answersLogoWhite

0

Compressing files or images enables you to (sometimes dramatically) decrease the memory space that file will take up. Without going into to too much detail, it works by 'approximating' the information in the file, thereby lowering the detail and filespace. However, compression also reduces the quality of the file, possibly corrupting it if it is compressed too much!

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

BeauBeau
You're doing better than you think!
Chat with Beau
ProfessorProfessor
I will give you the most educated answer.
Chat with Professor
ReneRene
Change my mind. I dare you.
Chat with Rene
More answers

The biggest advantage of compression is the fact that more data and other files can fit on smaller amounts of storage. A disadvantage is the quality lost when compressing.

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What are the advantages of compression?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp