Algorithms practical example – Data compression based on the example of MP3 © Siemens Stiftung 2020 CC BY-SA 4.0 international

Algorithms practical example – Data compression based on the example of MP3

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This graphic shows the processes involved in compressing an audio file.

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Type of media: Image (110.7 kByte)
Last update: 2020-12-16
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Algorithms in our everyday lives
Description:
The uncompressed audio file passes through an encoder, which transforms the file into a compressed audio file. Later, a decoder converts this compressed file to a playable format that the listener hears without an audible difference. The required storage space is merely smaller.
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Learning resource type:
Illustration
Subjects:
Civics and Politics; Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Grade levels:
Grade 7 to 9; Grade 10 to 13
School types:
Middle/high school; Vocational training
Keywords:
Computer technology; Data processing; Information Technology; Internet; Technology
Bibliography:
Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
Erfurth Kluger Infografiken GbR and iRights.Lab
Rights holder:
© Siemens Stiftung 2020
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