Definitions
- Describing a type of data compression that sacrifices some data to reduce file size. - Referring to a method of reducing the size of digital files by discarding some information. - Talking about a technique that removes some details from an image or audio file to make it smaller.
- Referring to a process of reducing the size of a file without losing any data. - Describing a technique that makes a file smaller by encoding it in a more efficient way. - Talking about a method of reducing the amount of storage space required for a file.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to methods of reducing file size.
- 2Both can be applied to various types of digital files.
- 3Both are used to make files easier to store and share.
- 4Both involve some form of data manipulation.
What is the difference?
- 1Data loss: Lossy compression involves sacrificing some data to reduce file size, while compressed files retain all data.
- 2Quality: Lossy compression can result in a lower quality file, while compressed files maintain the original quality.
- 3Purpose: Lossy compression is used when file size reduction is a higher priority than retaining all data, while compressed files aim to reduce file size without losing any data.
- 4Suitability: Lossy compression is suitable for certain types of files, such as images and audio, while compressed files can be used for any type of file.
- 5Reversibility: Lossy compression is irreversible, while compressed files can be uncompressed to their original state.
Remember this!
Lossy and compressed are both methods of reducing file size, but they differ in their approach and outcome. Lossy compression sacrifices some data to reduce file size, resulting in a lower quality file. It is suitable for certain types of files, such as images and audio, where some loss of data is acceptable. On the other hand, compressed files retain all data and aim to reduce file size without sacrificing any information. They can be used for any type of file and are reversible.
