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What is Compression?

 , December 02, 2016 updated on January 15, 2023
Compression is the conversion of data to a smaller format for storage or transmission. This is commonly built into software and devices as a means of speeding up communications and conserving data storage space. Compression is typically achieved by finding patterns in data. Compression algorithms may handle any type of data or they may be specific to applications such as audio or image compression.
Overview: Compression
TypeComputing
DefinitionThe conversion of data to a smaller format for storage or transmission.
ValueConserving resources such as bandwidth and data storage space.
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