New formats offer better sound quality in smaller file sizes so they can be streamed or downloaded quickly. Many of them also include copy protection to prevent piracy. Storm web development include the following formats in Web applications. It is a favourite of the music industry and is the industry leader in secure music distribution. The best thing about MP3 is that it is free.
Sound quality is good but file sizes are larger than the newer formats.
It is the industry leader in free music distribution as there is no copy protection for music in this file format. It is free, has widespread availability, huge range of music and the faster the connection speed the better the sound quality. Format can also be used for online video. As Microsoft are behind this format it will be a substantial player in the world of digital music. The Real Networks and Windows Media players support video.