👉 DivX is a popular file format and set of tools for video compression, encoding, and playback, primarily used in the early to mid-2000s. It was developed to address the limitations of earlier video codecs and to provide a more efficient way to store and share multimedia content. DivX includes various formats for encoding video, such as DivX 1.0, DivX 2.0, and DivX 3.0, each offering different levels of compression and quality. The format supports both hardware and software decoding, making it versatile for different devices and platforms. Additionally, DivX introduced features like subtitle support, color correction, and advanced compression techniques, which significantly improved video quality while reducing file sizes. Despite the rise of more modern codecs like H.264 and HEVC, DivX remains relevant in certain contexts, particularly for legacy systems and older hardware.
