This tag identifies the original source material used to create this specific file. An indicates that the video was captured or ripped from a High-Definition digital source. Typically, HDRips come from streaming platforms (like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV) or digital video-on-demand (VOD) stores. It signifies that the video quality originates from a clean, official digital stream, rather than a "CAM" (a camera recording inside a theater) or a "TC" (Telecine). 3. The Video Codec: XviD