Direct Research Journal of Engineering and Information Technology

Abbreviation: Direct Res. J. Eng. Inform. Tech. | ISSN: 2354-4155 | DOI: 10.26765/DRJEIT
Impact Factor: 2.500 | Model: Open Access/Peer Reviewed | Start Year: 2013
Strategies and Technologies Employed by Libraries and Archives to ensure Longevity and Accessibility to Digital Content
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Keywords

Preservation, digital preservation, challenges, strategy for digital preservation, access, digital content

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Obande, B. O., Emmanuel, H., & Tsenongu , C. T. (2024). Strategies and Technologies Employed by Libraries and Archives to ensure Longevity and Accessibility to Digital Content . Direct Research Journal of Engineering and Information Technology , 12(2), 65–70. https://doi.org/10.26765/DRJEIT618753623

Abstract

Libraries and archives employ various strategies and technologies to ensure the longevity and accessibility of digital content. These institutions utilize digital preservation techniques such as migration, emulation, and normalization to safeguard digital materials from technological obsolescence. Additionally, they implement robust metadata standards and digital asset management systems to organize and retrieve digital content effectively. Furthermore, libraries and archives collaborate with industry partners to develop best practices for long-term digital preservation and access. They also invest in continuous monitoring and periodic refreshing of digital storage systems to prevent data loss. By adopting these strategies and technologies, libraries and archives can fulfill their crucial role in preserving and providing access to digital content for future generations.

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