Review:
Digital Preservation
overall review score: 4.5
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Digital preservation refers to the process of ensuring that digital data remains accessible and usable in the long term, often involving the use of technology and strategies to mitigate risks of data loss.
Key Features
- Data backup and redundancy
- File format migration
- Metadata management
- Digital curation
- Preservation planning
Pros
- Ensures long-term accessibility of digital data
- Helps protect against data loss and obsolescence
- Facilitates research and scholarship by preserving valuable digital resources
Cons
- Requires ongoing maintenance and resources
- Technological advancements may outpace preservation efforts
- Potential privacy and security risks if not managed properly