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The Evolution and Acceptance of WebP: From Hated File Format to Supported Standard
In the realm of digital images, few formats have sparked as much debate and controversy as WebP. Once regarded with suspicion and outright disdain, WebP has steadily gained recognition and support, transforming from a niche format into a widely accepted standard for web images. This article explores the origins of WebP, its technical advantages, the reasons behind its initial opposition, and how it has evolved to become a mainstream image format.