H.261 Video File
General Information
| Title | H.261 File Extension |
| Extension | .h261 |
| Full Form | H.261 Video File |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | ITU-T |
| MIME Type | video/h261 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Videoconferencing, Streaming |
| Features | Video compression, Low bandwidth |
File Characteristics
| Quality | CIF, QCIF |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Videoconferencing | Yes |
| Educational Content | Yes |
| Multimedia Streams | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Codec vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990 |
| Latest Revision | ITU-T Recommendation H.261 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .h264, .mp4, .avi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 FFmpeg |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 MPlayer |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |