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Wikipedia: Tiff (Tagged Image File Format)
Encyclopedia entry that defines a Tagged Image File Format (abbreviated TIFF) graphic file and explains how and why it was created. Links to related information are available as well.
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Cambridge University: Image Types Tutorial
This helpful tutorial on image types primarily focuses on JPEG and TIFF images and discusses compression as well as image format.
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Cambridge University: White Balance Tutorial
This helpful tutorial on understanding white balance is divided into sections including color temperature, JPEG and TIFF files, raw file format, and neutral reference.