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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 WMV?
WMV (Windows Media Video) is a video compression format developed by Microsoft. It is part of the Windows Media framework and is designed to work with Windows Media Player. WMV files are commonly used for streaming video content over the internet.
History
WMV was introduced by Microsoft in 1999 as part of the Windows Media framework. It was developed to provide efficient video compression for streaming and downloading video content on Windows platforms.
How it works
WMV files use Microsoft's proprietary video compression technology. The format is designed to provide good quality at low bitrates, making it suitable for streaming over the internet. WMV files can also include digital rights management (DRM) protection.
How to open WMV files
WMV files can be opened with various media players and devices. Here are some common ways to open WMV files:
- Windows Media Player
- VLC Media Player
- Media Player Classic
- PotPlayer
- Most modern web browsers
- Many media players on mobile devices
- Windows 10 Movies & TV app
Tips for working with WMV files
Here are some useful tips when working with WMV files:
- WMV files are optimized for streaming
- They offer good compression at low bitrates
- The format is widely supported on Windows platforms
- WMV files can be protected with DRM
- They can be easily converted to other formats
Useful links
For more information about WMV files, you can visit these resources:
- Microsoft Windows Media Documentation
- Windows Media Format SDK
- Windows Media Player Documentation
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