Data Compression
/ˈdeɪtə kəmˈprɛʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of encoding information using fewer bits to reduce storage space or transmission time in compliance with data handling regulations.
The contract specified the required standards for data compression to ensure confidentiality during transmission.
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In legal contexts, data compression relates to obligations regarding data handling, privacy, and intellectual property protection rather than technical aspects alone.
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