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Hangformátumok refer to the various ways digital audio data can be stored and encoded. These formats dictate how sound waves are represented as binary information, impacting file size, sound quality, and compatibility with different devices and software.

Commonly, audio formats are categorized into two main types: lossless and lossy. Lossless formats, such as FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) and ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec), preserve all the original audio data. This results in files that are identical in quality to the original source but are significantly larger than lossy counterparts. They are ideal for archival purposes and for audiophiles who prioritize the highest fidelity.

Lossy formats, on the other hand, achieve smaller file sizes by discarding some of the audio information that is deemed less perceptible to the human ear. MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is perhaps the most ubiquitous lossy format, widely used for its balance of reasonable quality and small file size. AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) is another popular lossy format, often found in streaming services and mobile devices, generally offering better quality than MP3 at similar bitrates. Other formats include WAV (Waveform Audio File Format), which is uncompressed and often used for professional audio editing, and Ogg Vorbis, an open-source lossy format. The choice of hangformátum often depends on the intended use, storage capacity, and desired balance between file size and audio fidelity.