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asymmetric compression

asymmetric compression definition - computer

A data compression technique that typically takes more time to compress than it does to decompress. Some asymmetric compression methods take longer to decompress, which would be suited for backup files that are constantly being compressed and rarely decompressed. Contrast with symmetric compression.

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