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What is the main benefit of using file compression?

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Reduce file sizes for storage or transmission

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What is the main benefit of using file compression?.

  1. A.To increase file size
  2. B.To reduce file size for storage and transmission
  3. C.To change file format
  4. D.To encrypt files

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File Compression

A user wants to send a large document via email but the file size is too large. They decide to compress the file using a .zip format before sending it.

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    Explain why the user should compress the file before sending it by email.

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