The article explores the history and evolution of AVI video formats, starting with their inception by Microsoft in 1992 as part of the Video for Windows technology. It discusses how AVI, designed for Windows PCs, became popular due to its ability to store synchronized audio and video data.
The article delves into the history and evolution of the Tag Image File Format (TIFF), tracing its roots back to its creation by Aldus Corporation and Microsoft in the mid-1980s.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the BMP (Bitmap) image format, tracing its origins and development from the late 1980s within Microsoft’s Windows environments to its modern iterations. Originally favored for its straightforward and uncompressed structure, BMP has undergone enhancements such as RLE compression to stay relevant in specific domains requiring high-fidelity images.
The article delves into the origins and the evolution of Linux file systems, specifically focusing on the ext family, including ext2, ext3, and ext4. Ext2, developed in 1993 by Rémy Card, laid the foundation with its simplicity and stability. Ext3, introduced in 2001 by Stephen Tweedie, added journaling, enhancing reliability and recovery. Ext4, developed in 2008, brought further improvements like support for larger files and increased efficiency. The article also highlights the role of Active@ UNDELETE, a versatile data recovery tool embedded in bootable environments, capable of recovering data across various file systems, including ext.
The article explores the history and evolution of the JPEG image format, from its creation by the Joint Photographic Experts Group in the late 1980s to its numerous iterations over the years. The original JPEG format became a pivotal innovation due to its efficient lossy compression, becoming the standard in digital photography.
This article explores the development and ongoing significance of GIFs, a widely used digital format initially introduced by CompuServe in 1987. It details the enhancements made to GIFs over the years, including support for animations and transparent backgrounds. Despite competition from other formats, GIFs have maintained popularity, notably in online spaces. The article also discusses the capabilities of Active@ UNDELETE, a robust data recovery tool that excels at recovering GIFs and other lost files.