For preservation, file formats matter just as much as the storage medium.

Chances are good that you’ve witnessed a wide variety of file formats flit across your screen, but do you really understand what they mean? For example, you may understand that a JPEG is for pictures ...

The previous Creaticity column covered basic image file formats such as JPEG, PNG, PDF, etc. However, once you pick up a camera, terms such as raw and file formats such as DNG, XMP, along with a ...

CNET's Donald Bell walks you through the basics of how digital video files work, including information on codecs, video containers, and bit rate. Donald Bell Senior Editor / How To Donald Bell has ...

Choosing the right 3D print file format can make or break your project. STL, OBJ, and 3MF each have unique strengths, from universal compatibility to embedded colors and metadata. Understanding their ...

When transferring text files between Linux/Unix and Windows systems, you may encounter issues with line breaks and file formatting. This is because Windows uses both a line feed (LF) and a carriage ...