Text Files
A text file is a digital file that stores data in a plain text format, consisting of a sequence of human-readable characters without any formatting (e.g., bold, italics, font size). Historically, text files ended with an EOF (end-of-file) character, though modern operating systems no longer require this.
Text files are a fundamental data storage solution, widely used due to their simplicity and compatibility across different platforms and software. They avoid issues like padding bytes and endianness, making them a reliable choice for many applications. However, their unstructured nature can make them less storage-efficient compared to other file formats.
