Fundamental Data Compression

Fundamental Data Compression

Butterworth-Heinemann | ISBN: 0750663103 | 256 pages | December 28, 2005 | PDF | 11 Mb

Fundamental Data Compression provides all the information students need to be able to use this essential technology in their future careers. A huge, active research field, and a part of many people's everyday lives, compression technology is an essential part of today's Computer Science and Electronic Engineering courses. With the help of this book, students can gain a thorough understanding of the underlying theory and algorithms, as well as specific techniques used in a range of scenarios, including the application of compression techniques to text, still images, video and audio. Practical exercises, projects and exam questions reinforce learning, along with suggestions for further reading.

* Dedicated data compression textbook for use on undergraduate courses

* Provides essential knowledge for today's web/multimedia applications

* Accessible, well structured text backed up by extensive exercises and sample exam questions