Arhiivitud

Arhiivitud is a term derived from the Estonian word "arhiiv," meaning archive. In computing and data management, "arhiivitud" refers to a file or set of files that have been moved from their active location to a more permanent, typically less accessible, storage medium. This process is often undertaken to free up space on primary storage systems, reduce the cost of storing data, or to comply with data retention policies.

The act of archiving data involves compressing the files, often into a single archive file (e.g., .zip, .tar.gz). This compression not only saves space but also bundles related files together, making them easier to manage and retrieve. Archived data is generally not used in day-to-day operations but is kept for historical, legal, or compliance reasons. Accessing archived data usually requires a specific retrieval process, which can take longer than accessing active files.

Different types of storage media can be used for archiving, including magnetic tapes, optical disks, cloud storage, or specialized archival storage systems. The choice of storage depends on factors such as the volume of data, required retrieval speed, and budget. Archiving is a crucial component of a comprehensive data management strategy, ensuring that valuable information is preserved while optimizing the performance and cost-efficiency of active systems.