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Practical applications of compression

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Practical applications of compression”, from the unit “Data compression” (Year 10 Computing) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

What is an algorithm?
What is a compression algorithm?
What does efficiency mean in compression?
What is a trade-off in compression?
Why might a smaller file size not always be better?
What does compression speed refer to?
What term describes a real or imagined situation used to explain or apply a concept?
What is compression used for in everyday technology?
Why is effective compression important?
Why is compression critical for transmitting files over the internet?
Put these steps in order for selecting a compression method:
Why is compression important beyond saving storage space?

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