Video Codec: Everything You Need to Know
Summary: In this article, we talk about video codecs - what are they and how they work. We also provide an overview of the most popular video codecs, their applications, and tips on how to choose a video codec.
While streaming videos or transferring large videos online, have you ever wondered how videos are compressed to a size that is small enough to travel through the internet to your device?
That's where video codecs come in.
The word "video codec" is a portmanteau for "encoder - decoder" or "compress and decompress" and it is a critical component for delivering high quality videos efficiently...
