Codec (coder/decoder)

A device used to convert analog signals, such as speech, music, or television, into digital form for transmission over a digital medium and then back to their original analog form. One at each end of the canal.

Literal Meanings of Codec (coder/decoder)

Codec:

Meanings of Codec:

1. A device or program that can perform transformations on a signal or data stream.

Sentences of Codec

1. Audio and video codecs are important for making media files small enough for easy distribution and playback.

Coder:

Meanings of Coder:

1. A device that generates a code, often in the form of a series of pulses.

2. Person who assigns codes or ratings.

3. Programmer.

Decoder:

Meanings of Decoder:

1. Person who deciphers secret messages.

2. For example, a device that decrypts an encrypted electronic signal. satellite TV signal.