--- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com, "Simon \(HB9DRV\)" <simon.br...@...> wrote: > > Thinking to myself - when we use a mode such as Olivia / MT63 with extensive > error correction, why don't we compress the text? > > Given that fldigi has the wrap feature then surely compression could be / > should be considered for some modes? > > I think I'll add something in my own code that shows the saving were the > standard ZIP compression algorithm to be applied my gut feeling is a saving > of 80%, I'll report back later today. > > Simon Brown, HB9DRV > www.ham-radio-deluxe.com >
Great idea! And as you point out it's really only a good idea for modes with extensive error correction as a dropped character has more dire consequences when the data is compressed. New sub-modes, perhaps? Best regards, Scott
