The MP3 file format was always encumbered with patents, but as of 2017, the last patent finally expired. Although the format became synonymous with the digital music revolution that started in the …
  • @[email protected]English
    9•17 hours ago

    I remember reading articles at the time of the last patents running out. Some were so misguided it was hilarious.

    They called it the death of MP3! As if patents were good or necessary, instead of restrictive and troublesome for interoperability.