JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) is a widely used method of lossy compression for digital images, particularly for those produced by digital photography. The degree of compression can be adjusted, allowing a selectable trade-off between storage size and image quality. JPEG typically achieves 10:1 compression with little perceptible loss in image quality. JPEG images are commonly used for storing and transmitting photographic images on the World Wide Web. The format supports 8-bit grayscale and 24-bit color, making it suitable for a wide range of photographic and graphical applications. While JPEG is excellent for photographs, it's not ideal for images with sharp lines and text, where the lossy compression can introduce artifacts. The JPEG standard has been updated over time, but the core compression algorithm remains largely the same, ensuring broad compatibility across different software and devices. Because of its widespread use and relatively small file size, JPEG is the de facto standard for sharing images online.