What is another word for data compaction?
Pronunciation: [dˈe͡ɪtə kəmpˈakʃən] (IPA) 
Data compaction is a process that involves reducing the size of digital data by eliminating redundancy, deleting repeated data or compression. There are different synonyms for data compaction, and some of them include data compression, file compression, data reduction, data shrinkage, data minimization, data condensation, and data optimization. These terms suggest different ways of achieving the same goal of reducing the size of data while preserving its essential information. Regardless of the preferred terminology, data compaction is essential in industries where large volumes of data are generated, such as in engineering, finance, research, and technology, as it facilitates efficient data storage, processing, and transmission.
