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This book provides a comprehensive reference for the many different types & methods of compression. Included are a detailed & helpful taxonomy, analysis of most common methods, & discussions on the use & comparative benefits of methods & description of "how to" use them. Detailed descriptions & explanations of the most well-known & frequently used compression methods are covered in a self-contained fashion, with an accessible style & technical level for specialists & nonspecialists.This 4th edition of this successful volume contains significant additional material as there has been tremendous progress in this field, especially in audio compression such as FLAC, AAC, WavPack, ALS & Dolby AC3, which are all covered.Additional key features include:• RAR• Tunstall code• Differential and Hyperspectral Compression• LZMA• H.264• 3D data sets• PDFThis book provides an invaluable reference & guide for all researchers & practitioners needing a comprehensive compilation for a broad range of compression methods.
