From b1a383f285d53ff2f7241c0a53032d9e4d85cb29 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: seb-hyland Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:04:58 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Updated compression with more compression algorithm information --- src/dry-lab/software/compression.md | 13 +++++++++---- 1 file changed, 9 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/dry-lab/software/compression.md b/src/dry-lab/software/compression.md index c923055..0704aa7 100644 --- a/src/dry-lab/software/compression.md +++ b/src/dry-lab/software/compression.md @@ -33,7 +33,12 @@ Thus, the model used for compression must be careful selected, with a focus on o -## Other Text compression algorithms: -- GZip: https://www.gnu.org/software/gzip/ -- LZ4: [https://github.com/lz4/lz4](https://github.com/lz4/lz4) -- [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bzip2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bzip2) +### Other compression algorithms: +#### GZip: [https://www.gnu.org/software/gzip/](https://www.gnu.org/software/gzip/) +Gzip is a commonly used compression algorithm and filetype. It can be used to compress many different source filetypes, but is non-competitive compared to ts_zip in terms of compression ratio for text files specifically. However, should be considered for svg compression. + +#### Bzip2: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bzip2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bzip2) +Bzip2 is similar to Gzip; a compression algorithm with diverse use cases. Typically slightly worse-performing than Gzip. + +#### LZ4: [https://github.com/lz4/lz4](https://github.com/lz4/lz4) +Unique compression ratio that offers modes for higher compression or faster speeds. Requires more complex installation for use; has numerous dependencies. Potentially competitive with GZip for certain use cases. Currently not benchmarked; **will be further investigated**.