Windows Media Redirector File
General Information
| Title | WMX File Extension |
| Extension | .wmx |
| Full Form | Windows Media Redirector File |
| File Type | Media Shortcut File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | audio/x-ms-wmx |
File Function
| Primary Function | Redirect to media |
| Additional Functions | Stream media content |
| Features | Text-based, URL references |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on media |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with text editor |
Use Cases
| Music Streaming | Yes |
| Video Streaming | Yes |
| Online Radio | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | URL manipulation |
| Best Practices | Validate URLs, Use HTTPS |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1990s |
| Latest Version | Part of Windows Media 9 Series |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .asx, .wpl, .m3u, .pls |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Media Player |
Free | Windows |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Winamp |
Free | Windows |