Compression
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Also known as: file compression, data compression
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Compression shrinks file size so data uses less storage and bandwidth. Some methods keep perfect quality; others trade a little quality for much smaller files.
Real-World Example
Saving a photo as a smaller JPEG uses compression so it uploads faster.
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