8.2.5. Digital Compression

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is digital compression?

   Hint

   Think about why we need to save space.

2. 2.

   Name one application of digital compression.

   Hint

   Where do we deal with large files?

3. 3.

   What does digital compression primarily aim to achieve?

   • Increase file size
   • Reduce file size
   • Maintain file size

   Hint

   Remember the reason for compression.

4. 4.

   Is A-law primarily used in European digital telephony?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about regional standards.

5. 5.

   Critique the effectiveness of using μ-law and A-law in modern digital communication. Are there areas they might struggle?

   Hint

   Consider newer technologies and formats entering the field.

6. 6.

   Propose a new scenario where delta encoding could be more effective than traditional encoding methods.

   Hint

   Think of high-frequency data changes.