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Why are Graphics stored in PNG Format?

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Why are Graphics stored in PNG Format?

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The popular GIF format supported by many browsers relies on a compression algorithm that is patented, and the owner of the patent wants to receive money from everyone making GIF files. PNG (Portable Network Graphics) uses a different algorithm for compression and does not require payment.

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