Sayood, K: Introduction to Data Compression

This book is an introduction to the art and science of data compression. Various forms of compression are part of almost every multimedia application. Image compression is used within digital cameras. Video compression works within DVDs and MPEG files. No one would be listening to music on MP3 players without audio compression. The author describes a variety of compression techniques (both lossless and lossy) with applications to image, speech, text, audio, and video compression. This book provides an extensive introduction to the theories underlying today's compression techniques with detailed instruction for their application. All of the coverage has been updated to reflect the advances in data compression, including new algorithms and compression standards such as CABAC and JPEG2000. This field is ever evolving, and much has changed since the publication of the 3e. The 4e will eliminate outdated material and include new algorithms and new takes on current standards in the industry. While maintaining the successful, concise delivery of the previous editions, Khalid Sayood adds new content and updates 20% of the existing content. Also new to this edition are updated examples and abundant end-of-chapter exercises. Introduction to Data Compression provides a working knowledge of data compression, giving professionals and students alike the tools to develop a complete and concise compression package.