data compression
nounUK /ˈdeɪtə kəmˈprɛʃən/
US /ˈdeɪtə kəmˈprɛʃən/
Data compression is a way to make computer files smaller so they take up less space.
Sending photos is faster thanks to data compression.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The process of reducing the number of bits needed to represent information.
The engineer studied data compression to improve the network.
3. A technique used in streaming video to save bandwidth.
Data compression keeps the video smooth on slow connections.
4. The act of shrinking a file before storing or sending it.
Data compression made the email attachment small enough to send.