COMPUTER NETWORKING

MULTIMEDIA AND QUALITY OF SERVICE

COMPRESSION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why is it necessary to compress files?
A
File compression enables data to be transferred quickly.
B
Disk space needed on internet servers is reduced. This allows the servers to store more files / information with less disk space.
C
File compression is a process to reduce the disk space to store that file.
D
File compression is a mandatory preference for some of the internet servers to transfer files.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: –File compression enables data to be transferred quickly.-Disk space needed on internet servers is reduced. This allows the servers to store more files / information with less disk space.-File compression reduces the amount of time on internet to upload or download a file.

Detailed explanation-2: -Compressing the operating system drive is a way to save space on a computer’s hard drive. By reducing the size of files, more storage space becomes available.

Detailed explanation-3: -Not only does file compression enable you to move files around on a local device more efficiently, it also enables you to send large documents and data faster over the internet. Uncompressed files can often become corrupt when sent over the web.

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