Practice Encoding And Compression (2.6) - Encodings

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Question 1.
What is compression?
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Think about what it means to make something smaller.
Question 2.
Give an example of lossy compression.
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Consider what happens to music files when they are made smaller.
3Question 3.
What is the primary purpose of compression?
- To enhance quality
- To reduce file size
- To increase data loss
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Think about how computers need to save space.
4Question 4.
True or False: Lossy compression can perfectly reconstruct the original file.
- True
- False
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Recall the characteristics of lossy compression.
Question 5.
Consider a scenario where a streaming service is choosing whether to implement lossy or lossless audio compression. List the pros and cons of both types in this context.
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Think about user experience and data costs.
Question 6.
You have a document that needs to be sent over the internet. Discuss how compression options differ and which to choose based on the document's need for quality.
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Consider the importance of maintaining originality in sensitive content.

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