Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Representation (Section 12 - No. 35)
Which option best describes the primary goal of data compression?
Increase the size of a file for better quality.
Reduce a file's size to save storage space or speed up transfer.
Enhance the visual appearance of a file.
Encrypt a file to prevent unauthorized access.
Explication
Data compression's main objective is to minimize file size.