Kurzbeschreibung This comprehensive text enables readers to grasp the basic principles of image and video compression and simulate actual compression systems via the globally popular MATLAB platform. It serves as a single source for popular compression standards, such as the MPEG series. Derivations of relevant compression algorithms are developed in an easy-to-follow fashion, and numerous examples are provided. The book includes complementary software written in MATLAB SIMULINK to give senior and first-year graduate students, professionals, and practicing engineers hands-on experience in using and applying various video compression methods.