+ * compression, and 100 is high compression. This is not a percentage;
+ * values above 100 are also valid.
+ * <br/>
+ * Using a higher-than-default compression level can result in a better
+ * compression ratio, but can significantly reduce performance. Similarly,
+ * using a lower-than-default compression level can result in better
+ * performance, but can significantly worsen the compression ratio. The
+ * exact results will depend heavily on the compression type and what
+ * algorithms are implemented for it. If you are considering using a
+ * non-default compression level, you should run benchmarks to see if it is
+ * worthwhile for your application.
+ * <br/>
+ * The compression level does not affect the format of the compressed data.
+ * Therefore, it is a compressor-only parameter and does not need to be
+ * passed to the decompressor.