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Storing data by assigning codes is a method to shorten information, increase system efficiency, and streamline processes. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of this approach through examples like country abbreviations and flight codes.
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One method of storing data is assigning codes to it, usually means shortening the original data. this is used to increase the efficiency of your system.
Example 1 • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday • Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
Example 2 • Xtra Large, Large, Medium, Small • XL, L, M, S
Further examples • Country names- Great Britain – GB Airline flight codes- British airways flight from Heathrow to Oslo BA688 Police codes Kidnapping-207 Assult-240
Post Codes and Number Plates • Post codes are coded data • NG11 0JT