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

When you purchase a new storage drive, it may tell you it needs reformatting, but which format is best? The main options for removable drives and memory cards these days are FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS, ...

Normally, if you change a file’s extension in Windows, it doesn’t do anything positive. It just makes the file open in the wrong programs that can’t decode what’s inside. However, [PortalRunner] has ...

A good quality DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) is one of the crucial elements when it comes to deciding the kind of audio experience you can expect from a device. And at large, the same holds true ...

Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. With so many emerging ...

TIFF Most graphics file formats were created with a particular use in mind, although most can be used for a wide variety of image types. Another common bit-mapped image type is Tagged Image File ...

PowerPoint's file type menu, visible in the program's Save As window, lists over two dozen formats in which you can save one of your business presentations. If you've never looked at those file ...

While the standard PDF format handles most everyday tasks, specialized PDF formats exist to meet specific industry requirements. Understanding what makes them unique ensures your documents remain ...