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.WAVE File Extension

File TypeWAVE Sound File

DeveloperMicrosoft & IBM
Popularity
3.5 (14 Votes)
CategoryAudio Files
FormatN/A

What is a WAVE file?

CD-quality audio file, similar to a .AIFF file; stores an uncompressed audio waveform in a standardized format; WAVE files are more common on Windows systems, while AIFF files are more common on Macintosh computers.

More Information

WAVE files most commonly use a .WAV extension.

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Programs that open WAVE files
Windows
Microsoft Windows Media Player
Apple QuickTime Player
Apple iTunes
Roxio Creator NXT Pro 7
Other audio player
Mac
Apple QuickTime Player
Apple iTunes
Roxio Toast 18
Other audio player
Updated 5/8/2008

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