The Flash player has come a long way in the past couple of years. It’s now able to play video and audio files and supports JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) and ActionScript 2.0. In addition, it has support for PNG and JPEG images and MPEG-2 Audio Layer III (MP3) audio.
ActionScript 2.0
ActionScript is a programming language for developing interactive applications for the Adobe Flash Player platform. The language combines ECMAScript and JavaScript to provide an object-oriented and procedural syntax compatible with both programming languages. It can also be used to create rich video and interactive content.
A variety of different ActionScript versions exist. These include the original ActionScript, ActionScript 2.0, and ActionScript 3.0. Each version is supported by a separate virtual machine and can be used differently.
The main features of the ActionScript 1.0 and 2.0 versions are variable data typing and class-based inheritance. These features can benefit developers looking to build larger, more complex applications.
The ActionScript 2.0 version was released in September 2003. It introduced several new features, including support for ECMAScript 4. ECMAScript is a standard for scripting languages, including garbage collection and exception handling.
This was the first version to support class-based inheritance. It was also the first version of ActionScript to implement ECMA-262, the ECMAScript specification’s object model.
JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)
JSON is an open-source file format that can be used for electronic data interchange. It is based on the JavaScript object notation and is an ideal choice for web applications that need to send and receive data.
The JSON format can be parsed to produce either String, Boolean, or an array. Arrays use square bracket notation to separate objects.
A JSON document is relatively light and is easy to parse by computers. As a result, it can be used in various applications.
JSON is a language-independent, scalable, and compact file format. It is widely used in public web services, such as search engines, social networking sites, and online stores. In addition, it can be used in relational databases.
Originally developed as a subset of the JavaScript scripting language, it is now used by many programming languages. It is also used in Flash Player, and it allows XML parsing.
This data format is language-independent, meaning that it can be read and written by anyone who uses any computer. It is also highly scalable, which makes it suitable for transmitting and storing data between web servers.
Support for PNG and JPEG images
The PNG and JPEG image formats are two of the most popular. The main differences between them are size, quality, and file type. Therefore, you should choose a design that is appropriate for your needs.
PNG supports transparency, making it perfect for logos with text. However, you should be aware that not all browsers support this feature. For example, Microsoft Internet Explorer may not correctly display transparent PNG images. Also, it is worth noting that the color of pixels in the saved image may not match the colors in the picture.
JPEG is the most common image format. It is a good choice for saving photographs, illustrations, and complex graphics. However, it has a reasonably low compression ratio. That means that the file will be larger than a similar PNG. So, it is not an excellent choice for images with a lot of text.
It is also an excellent option for archiving screenshots. However, it would be best to keep in mind that it does not support animation. Similarly, it does not help CMYK and RGB color palettes. In addition, it does not save EXIF data.
Support for MPEG-2 Audio Layer III (MP3) audio
The MPEG-2 Audio Layer III (MP3) audio format is a standard for lossy audio compression. It can be used in streaming applications. It is a backward-compatible version of the popular MPEG-1 format. In addition, it features additional sample rates and bitrates.
In general, the quality of an MP3 file depends on the type of encoder used and the quality of the encoding itself. Different encoders may produce different quality levels depending on the amount of noise in the signal. In addition, as the bitrate increases, the efficiency of the encoding becomes more critical.
One of the best options for lossy audio encoding is the Ogg Vorbis format. It is a royalty-free, open-source, and fixed-bitrate design. At a low bitrate, it achieves good performance. However, it cannot accurately reproduce certain sounds at a high bit rate.
Another popular format is Windows WAVE audio. This format uses a psychoacoustic model to simulate the human auditory system. There are also UNIX flavors, such as AIF and AIFF.
