Lossy compression

Data compression method that sacrifices some information to achieve greater compression. Lossy compression methods are used most often for graphics and audio files. Some types of files do not support lossy compression, or if compressed in this method, they will not work when uncompressed. An MP3 file is an example of a lossy compressed audio file.

Also see: Compression, JPEG, Lossless compression, Sound definitions

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