Posts tagged "compression"
4 posts tagged with compression.
MP4 and H.264 Explained: How Modern Video Compression Works
An MP4 is just a wrapper. The real magic is the codec inside. We unpack containers, codecs, B-frames, and why H.264 is still everywhere despite H.265 and AV1 existing.
How PDF Compression Works: Reducing File Size Without Losing Quality
A PDF exported from PowerPoint can be 50MB. The same content as a compressed PDF can be under 5MB. Here is exactly what gets compressed and how the algorithms work.
How Image Compression Works: The Science Behind Smaller Files
When you drag a JPEG quality slider from 100 to 80, what actually changes in the file? Understanding the compression algorithm helps you make smarter trade-offs between file size and quality.
How Data Compression Works: gzip, Brotli, and Zstd Explained
Your server already compresses responses with gzip or Brotli — but do you know what those algorithms actually do? Understanding compression helps you optimize assets and set correct headers.