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In computer terms, "archive" refers to two main concepts: archiving data (the process of storing data for long-term retention, often moving it to a secondary, slower location to free up space and reduce costs), and archive files (a single file that contains multiple other files and folders, often compressed for smaller size and easier backup/sharing). Archiving is used for historical record-keeping, legal compliance, and efficient data management, while archive files like ZIP or TAR are used to bundle files together.

Archiving Data (Process)

Purpose: To move data that is not actively used from primary, high-performance storage to a less expensive, slower storage system for long-term retention.

Benefits:

Frees up space: Moves inactive data out of the way, improving performance for current operations.

Reduces costs: Uses cheaper storage, such as cloud or object storage, which is more cost-effective for large amounts of data. Compliance & Preservation: Ensures data is kept for legal, regulatory, or historical purposes.

How it works: Information is moved to secondary locations like cloud storage, tape drives, or object storage systems, often managed by archiving software with automated policies.