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The standard is based on the Discrete Cosine Transform (DCT) algorithm, which has been the backbone of digital image proliferation on the internet since 1992 .

As one of the most recognized image formats, it is supported by virtually all web browsers, social media platforms, and image editing software like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP . 20918011_yvq738_003.jpg

JPEGs use a process called "lossy" compression, which intelligently discards data the human eye is less likely to notice . This allows for a massive reduction in file size while maintaining a high perceived quality . The standard is based on the Discrete Cosine