File Extension DIVX

Divx is an Encoded Movie File that falls in the category of video files. It is a highly compressed and high-quality video codec normally used for distribution of digital video and video compression with minimum quality loss.

This technology for video compression is a product of Divx, Inc. It also maintains 1080HD video resolutions. A number of DVD players and other electronics, which support the Divx file extension, recognize Divx formats. This file format allows users to create and play videos of high quality in convenient and fast ways, while at the same time maintaining quality.

Programs opening the file on a Mac Operating System include Apple QuickTime Players that have the Divx codec, Divx Mac players, Roxio Toast and VideoLAN VLC media player. In Windows Operating System, the programs used to open the file are Divx Windows player, Apple QuickTime Players that have Divx codec, CyberLink PowerDVD, DVD X Studios DVD X Player, SlowView, Core Media Player and Roxio Easy Media Creator.

Some applications and encoders for Divx offer the alternative of using Divx file extensions for files encoded in Divx. The file is similar to .avi files but with extra chapters and subtitles. Any program that reads avi files is capable of reading them leaving the extra additions for programs designed for Divx files.

Divx file formats designed by Microsoft come with an enhanced video codec based on MPEG 4. These video formats consist of a combination of MP3 and MPEG 4 sounds giving them good digital quality. The codec offers about 10:1 compression ratio and therefore is capable of compressing movies and different types of videos.

Divx codec is a common codec designed based on MPEG-4 due to its speed, efficiency and quality and the various DVD players, which support the format. Movies made using this file format offer great image quality just like DVD movies. The format is also suitable for downloading movies with limited bandwidth. This enables one to fit a movie easily into a CD while retaining the original DVD quality. This video format is combined with MP3 and AC3 audio for high-quality sound. All these aspects are a contributing factor making the format popular for downloading online videos and movies.

Installing Divx codec is an important add-on to a system. It enables one to decompress and compress Divx format videos. You will also have an opportunity of watching Divx videos using the various software that enable one to open the file. If one wants to install Divx codec, download new or updated versions available online then follow the instructions given for installation.