Whether listening to music, playing games, or recording sounds, almost everyone uses audio files, usually without thinking about the technology behind them.  For most users, MP3 remains the most common and familiar audio format. Numerous MP3 compatible applications, such as audio players, are widely used and easy-to-use.  But why is the MP3 format so popular?  What about alternatives?  What is the difference between MP3 and other audio formats?  Find out by going to The How-To Geek to learn about the basics of digital audio, the various audio formats and the differences between them.  Click the link below for this interesting and informative article:

HTG Explains: What Are the Differences Between All Those Audio Formats?