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Okay, I’ve extracted the image URLs and their associated information from the provided text. Here’s a breakdown:

Image 1:

Description: Sandy Carter (Gary Carter’s wife) and Maria Fanning (Jim Fanning’s wife). Credit: Photo provided by PCJ Sport Photography
URLs (with widths):
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=700 700w
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https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=900 900w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=1000 1000w
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https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=1200 1200w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=1300 1300w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=1400 1400w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=1500 1500w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/709431594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167cORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=400 (This is the src attribute)

Image 2:

Description: Not applicable.
Credit: Photo provided by PCJ Sport Photography
URLs (with widths):
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=100 100w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=200 200w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=300 300w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=400 400w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=500 500w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=600 600w
https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=700 700w
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https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=1000 1000w
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https://m1.quebecormedia.com/emp/emp/70939159468f3d18036-b06a-4540-839e-fba9c48e4564ORIGINAL.jpg?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=1384&h=1937&width=1400 1400w

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Decoding Digital Images: An Expert’s Insight into Image URLs and Optimization

Time.news sits down with digital media expert, Alistair Finch, to unpack the anatomy of image URLs and the key considerations for optimal web performance.

Time.news Editor: alistair, thanks for joining us.We recently came across some detailed facts about image URLs for a couple of photos – one featuring Sandy Carter and Maria Fanning, and another without a specified description – both credited to PCJ Sport Photography. What can we learn from these URLs?

Alistair Finch: It’s my pleasure to be here! Diving into these image URLs offers valuable insights into how websites manage and optimize their visual content. The URLs themselves are quite telling.

Time.news Editor: Let’s start with the structure.What does that long string of characters and numbers represent?

Alistair Finch: The lengthy string – for example,70943_1594732aa819ab-dccc-4cee-a50e-95d9fbae167c – is typically a unique identifier generated by the content management system (CMS) or digital asset management (DAM) system. It ensures that each image has a distinct address on the server, preventing naming conflicts. It’s essentially the image’s digital fingerprint.

Time.news Editor: We see “ORIGINAL.jpg” in the URL. Is that significant?

Alistair Finch: Absolutely. It suggests the server stores the original, high-resolution image. This is a best practice, allowing the site to generate various optimized versions without re-uploading the master file.

Time.news Editor: Now, let’s talk about the part following the question mark: ?impolicy=crop-resize&x=0&y=0&w=4924&h=3939&width=700. What’s going on there?

Alistair Finch: That’s the real magic! It’s a query string that defines image manipulation parameters. “impolicy=crop-resize” indicates that the image is being both cropped and resized. x=0&y=0 likely means the crop starts from the top-left corner. w=4924&h=3939 specifies the original width and height of the image before resizing. the crucial part is width=700 (and then 800, 900, and so on). This means the server is dynamically generating different versions of the image, each with a specific width.

Time.news editor: So essentially, they are creating responsive images?

Alistair Finch: Precisely! They are implementing responsive images using the attribute behind the scenes, delivering the appropriate image size based on the user’s device and screen resolution. this significantly improves page load times and the overall user experience, which are vital ranking factors for SEO.

Time.news Editor: Why offer so manny width variations (700w, 800w, 900w, up to 1500w)?

Alistair Finch: providing a wide range of widths allows for very fine-grained optimization. Different devices, from smartphones to large desktop monitors, have varying screen densities and display sizes. Serving an image that’s only slightly larger than the required display size minimizes wasted bandwidth and ensures the image looks sharp without needless bloat.

Time.news Editor: What about the second image, with widths ranging from 100w to 1400w?

Alistair Finch: The principle is the same, but the lower starting width (100w) suggests this image might be used as a thumbnail, an icon, or in contexts where a very small version is needed. The range indicates a desire to optimize across many potential uses.

Time.news Editor: What are the SEO benefits of this detailed approach to image optimization?

Alistair Finch: Several key benefits:

Faster Page Load Speed: Smaller image sizes directly translate to quicker loading pages,which Google prioritizes in its ranking algorithm.

Improved User Experience: faster loading times keep users engaged and reduce bounce rates, indirectly boosting SEO.

Mobile-Friendliness: Serving optimized images to mobile devices is essential for mobile SEO,which is now a dominant factor.

Reduced Bandwidth Consumption: Optimized images save bandwidth for both the website and its visitors, which search engines appreciate.

Time.news Editor: What practical advice would you give to website owners looking to improve their image optimization strategies?

Alistair Finch: Here are a few crucial steps:

1. Use a Content Delivery Network (CDN): CDNs store copies of your images on servers worldwide, ensuring faster delivery to users regardless of their location.
2. Implement Responsive Images: Utilize the attribute along with various image sizes to serve the right image to each device.
3. Compress Images: Reduce image file sizes without sacrificing quality using tools like TinyPNG or ImageOptim.
4. Choose the Right Image Format: Use WebP for superior compression and quality compared to JPEG or PNG, where supported. Otherwise, JPEGs are great for photos, while PNGs are better for graphics with sharp lines and text.
5. optimize Image Alt Text: Write descriptive and relevant alt text for your images. This helps search engines understand the context of the image and improve accessibility for visually impaired users.
6. Lazy Load Images: Load images only when they are visible in the viewport. This significantly improves initial page load time.
7. Regularly Audit Your Images: Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix to identify oversized images and optimization opportunities.

Time.news Editor: Alistair, this has been incredibly helpful. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us!

Alistair Finch: My pleasure! Image optimization is an ongoing process, but these steps will set you on the right track for a faster, more user-friendly, and SEO-friendly website.