Metadatalagring
Metadatalagring refers to the practice of storing descriptive information about data. This metadata provides context and understanding, making it easier to manage, search, and utilize the primary data. It can include details such as the data's origin, creation date, author, format, keywords, and relationships to other data. The purpose of metadatalagring is to enhance data discoverability, ensure data quality, and facilitate data governance.
Different types of metadata exist, including descriptive metadata, which identifies and describes the data; structural metadata,
Effective metadatalagring systems allow users to quickly locate relevant information without needing to examine the primary