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mixed
Sequentially processed multiple body parts. Used when order is important
parallel
Multiple body parts processed in parallel
digest
Similar to mixed subtype, but the default content-type is rfc822. This
subtype encapsulates entire email messages so they are displayed
sequentially with both headers and data. Order is important.
alternative
Used when several versions of a mail message are included. Which part is
viewed by the user is dependent upon the capabilities of the UA. Order is
important.

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