Which file format is typically used for digital videos?

The selected answer, MPEG, is recognized as one of the most common file formats for digital videos. It stands for Moving Picture Experts Group, the organization that set the standard for audio and video compression and decompression. The MPEG format is highly efficient, allowing for the storage and transmission of high-quality video with reduced file sizes, which makes it particularly suitable for streaming and distributing digital content.

MPEG encompasses various compression algorithms, including those used in different video standards, like MPEG-1, MPEG-2, and MPEG-4, each serving different purposes and platforms. This versatility and efficiency make MPEG an ideal choice for many digital video applications, from online streaming services to DVDs.

While other formats, such as AVI, MP3, and WMV, are also relevant in the context of digital media, they serve different functions or have specific characteristics. AVI is more of a container format that may include video and audio data but lacks the compression efficiency of MPEG. MP3 is an audio format and not applicable for video files. WMV, developed by Microsoft, is another video format, though it is not as universally applicable as MPEG due to its proprietary nature and limited compatibility with non-Windows platforms.