lossless data compression
nounUK /ˈlɒsləs ˈdeɪtə kəmˈprɛʃən/
US /ˈlɔsləs ˈdeɪtə kəmˈprɛʃən/
A way to make computer files smaller without losing any of the information in them.
The photo app uses lossless data compression so the pictures stay exactly the same.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A method of shrinking files where the original can be rebuilt perfectly, often used for text and archives.
ZIP archives rely on lossless data compression to save space.
3. A technique in computing that reduces file size while keeping every detail intact for later use.
Music producers save master recordings with lossless data compression.
4. The process of encoding information more efficiently so no data is thrown away.
Engineers chose lossless data compression for the medical scans.