3.8. Data Formats, Compression, and Storage

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a GeoTIFF format?

   Hint

   Think about what makes geographic data usable.

2. 2.

   Identify one advantage of lossless compression.

   Hint

   Consider what 'lossless' implies.

3. 3.

   What is the main advantage of using lossless compression?

   • It greatly reduces file size
   • It maintains image quality
   • It increases storage space needed

   Hint

   Think about quality preservation in data formats.

4. 4.

   Spatial databases are used for managing satellite imagery. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the nature of the data being stored.

5. 5.

   Design a storage strategy for a project that will integrate multiple raster formats and consider data accessibility and processing times.

   Hint

   Reflect on how formats play into accessibility.

6. 6.

   Propose a method to balance quality and size for a web-based satellite image application.

   Hint

   Consider the different ways images are used in app interfaces.