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What is AVI?
AVI (Audio Video Interleave) is a multimedia container format introduced by Microsoft in 1992. It is one of the oldest video file formats and was designed to store both audio and video data in a single file, allowing synchronous audio-with-video playback.
History
AVI was introduced by Microsoft in 1992 as part of its Video for Windows technology. It was one of the first formats to allow audio and video to be played together on personal computers.
How it works
AVI files use a simple structure where audio and video data are stored in alternating chunks. The format supports various codecs for both audio and video compression, making it flexible but sometimes leading to compatibility issues.
How to open AVI files
AVI files can be opened with many media players and devices. Here are some common ways to open AVI files:
- Windows Media Player
- VLC Media Player
- Media Player Classic
- PotPlayer
- Most modern web browsers
- Most video editing software
- Many media players on mobile devices
Tips for working with AVI files
Here are some useful tips when working with AVI files:
- AVI files are widely supported across different platforms
- They can store both audio and video in a single file
- The format supports various codecs for compression
- AVI files can be large due to limited compression options
- Some AVI files may require specific codecs to play properly
Useful links
For more information about AVI files, you can visit these resources:
- Microsoft AVI File Format Documentation
- AVI File Format Specification
- Video for Windows Documentation
What is FLV?
FLV (Flash Video) is a container file format used to deliver video content over the internet. It was developed by Macromedia (now Adobe) and was widely used for streaming video on the web, particularly with Adobe Flash Player.
History
FLV was introduced by Macromedia in 2002 as part of the Flash platform. It became popular for web video streaming due to its efficient compression and streaming capabilities, though its usage has declined with the phasing out of Flash Player.
How it works
FLV files use a simple structure to store video and audio data. The format supports various codecs, including H.264 for video and AAC for audio. FLV files are designed for streaming, allowing playback to begin before the entire file is downloaded.
How to open FLV files
FLV files can be opened with various media players and web browsers. Here are some common ways to open FLV files:
- VLC Media Player
- Media Player Classic
- PotPlayer
- Most modern web browsers
- Many media players on mobile devices
- Adobe Flash Player (legacy)
Tips for working with FLV files
Here are some useful tips when working with FLV files:
- FLV files are optimized for streaming
- They offer good compression for web delivery
- The format is widely supported in media players
- FLV files can be easily converted to other formats
- They are less common now due to the decline of Flash
Useful links
For more information about FLV files, you can visit these resources:
- Adobe Flash Video Documentation
- FLV File Format Specification
- Adobe Developer Documentation
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