encoding
n. C / Un. the process of changing information into a special format or code. This makes it easier for a computer to store, send, or protect the data.
n. the process of converting data from one form into another, typically for the purposes of efficient transmission, storage, or security. Often involves the application of a specific algorithm or character set.
The software handles the encoding of video files automatically.
Correct character encoding is essential to ensure that text displays properly across different operating systems and web browsers.
In cognitive psychology, encoding refers to the initial process of perceiving and transforming sensory input into a mental representation that can be stored in long-term memory.
Uncountable when referring to the general process; countable when referring to a specific system or method of conversion.