Libjpeg

libjpeg
Original author(s)	Independent JPEG Group
Developer(s)	Independent JPEG Group
Initial release	1991
Stable release	9e / January 20, 2021; 3 years ago
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Written in	C
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Operating system	Cross-platform
Type	Image compression
License	Custom license

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libjpeg is a free library written in C that implements the JPEG image encoding and decoding algorithms. It was developed by the Independent JPEG Group (IJG) and is widely used in a variety of software applications for handling JPEG image data.

History[edit | edit source]

The libjpeg library was first released in 1991 by the Independent JPEG Group. It has since become the de facto standard for JPEG image compression and decompression in many software applications. The library has undergone several updates and improvements over the years, with the latest version being 9e, released in January 2021.

Features[edit | edit source]

Libjpeg provides a range of features for working with JPEG images, including:

Encoding and decoding of JPEG image data
Support for baseline, extended-sequential, and progressive JPEG formats
Conversion between different color spaces, such as RGB and YCbCr
Support for various compression levels and quality settings
Error handling and recovery mechanisms

Usage[edit | edit source]

Libjpeg is used in a wide variety of software applications, including:

Technical Details[edit | edit source]

Libjpeg is written in the C programming language and is designed to be portable across different operating systems. It provides a simple and flexible API for developers to integrate JPEG compression and decompression capabilities into their applications. The library is distributed under a custom license that allows for free use and distribution in both open-source and proprietary software.

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