The KS X ISO/IEC 10918-3-2003(2023) standard, released by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KR-KATS) on November 21, 2003, is an essential part of the JPEG image compression and coding series. This standard, specifically Part 3: Extensions, builds upon the foundational principles established in ISO/IEC 10918-1 through to -2 by providing advanced functionalities for continuous tone still images within digital environments.
It introduces various extensions that cater to specialized requirements such as lossless JPEG coding and multi-component image coding. Lossless JPEG is particularly useful for applications where data integrity is paramount, while multi-component coding supports more complex color models like CMYK or YCCK. These enhancements not only broaden the applicability of JPEG but also improve its versatility across different industries including photography, publishing, and medical imaging.
The standard aims to maintain compatibility with existing JPEG implementations while offering developers and users a robust framework for handling diverse image requirements efficiently. By doing so, it ensures that the JPEG format continues to evolve in line with technological advancements without compromising on backward-compatibility or interoperability.
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