Which of the following is the primary purpose of data compression?

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A To increase the resolution of images and videos.
B To reduce the size of data files for faster transmission and storage.
C To protect files from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
D To convert analog data signals into digital formats

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Answer: B. To reduce the size of data files for faster transmission and storage.

Answer: B
Explanation: Compression reduces the overall file size, allowing less bandwidth to be used during transfer and saving valuable storage space.

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