What is FLAC?

FLAC is a shortened version of Free Lossless Audio Codec.

FLAC is best known for compressing audio so that there is more storage space without detracting from the quality of the sound.

Name of Technology:

Free Lossless Audio Codec

Year Introduced:

2001

Invented by :

Josh Coalson

Open Source or Proprietary:

Open source

Main technology category:

Cross platform

Patent:

Yes

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