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File extension | .FLAC |
Category | Audio File |
Description | FLAC is a lossless audio format that provides compression in size without loss in quality. This open source codec works similar to ZIP archiving, but provides better compression specifically for sound data (up to 60%). FLAC audio is supported by the majority of platforms like Windows, Unix, Amiga. This is the only non-proprietary lossless codec with well documented specs and API. Supports 4-32 bps resolution, 1-8 channels. In streaming protocol FLAC uses CRC checksums. |
Associated programs | Real Player VLC Media Player Windows Media Player |
Developed by | Xiph.Org Foundation |
MIME type | audio/x-flac |
Useful links | More detailed information on FLAC files |
File extension | .AAC |
Category | Audio File |
Description | AAC utilizes lossy compression algo that is now considered as the best data zipping technology for high-quality audio data. This is the last standard of MPEG-2 family. There are 4 types of AAC: HomeboyAAC, Liquifier PRO AAC, AT&T AAC and Astrid/QhartexAAC. The last one surpasses MP4 and VQF formats in terms of size-quality ratio, especially on frequencies higher than 16 kHc. It supports up to 48 channels. Each AAC modification uses its own software for playback and coding sound. |
Associated programs | KMPlayer RealPlayer VideoLAN VLC Media Player Windows Media Player iTunes |
Developed by | A combination of Fraunhofer IIS, AT&T Bell Laboratories, Dolby and Sony Corporation |
MIME type | audio/aac |
Useful links | More detailed information on AAC files |