Audio Distribution Formats Previous All Units Next 13. Audio Distribution Formats We learn about formats for distributing digitized audio files in compressed formats. Lectures Core constructs of distribution format, including VLC playback The pros and cons of the MP3 format Alternative distribution formats – optimizing for YouTube and Netflix Resources MP3: ISO/IEC 11172-3 (MPEG-1 Part 3) 1993Netflix: Specification GuideYouTube: Specification GuideWikipedia. Audio file format. Assignment Assignment: Understanding media players Assignment Case Study: Working with the VLC media player Ready for the Unit Quiz?