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Arkistotyyppi refers to a classification system used within archival science to categorize different types of archival materials or collections based on their origin, purpose, or content. This classification helps in organizing, managing, and accessing archival holdings more effectively.

Common arkistotyyppi categories include personal archives, institutional archives, government archives, and private archives. Personal archives consist of documents and records created and accumulated by an individual during their lifetime, often reflecting their professional and private life. Institutional archives are formed by organizations, businesses, or associations, documenting their activities, decisions, and history. Government archives house records generated by public authorities at local, regional, or national levels, serving as a memory of state administration and public policy. Private archives encompass records from non-governmental organizations, foundations, or private enterprises not typically considered institutional archives.

Further classifications can be based on the nature of the records, such as textual records, photographic archives, audiovisual archives, or digital archives. The specific terminology and categorization may vary slightly depending on national archival traditions and the scope of the archival institution. Understanding arkistotyyppi is crucial for archivists to apply appropriate preservation, arrangement, and description techniques, ensuring the long-term accessibility and research value of archival collections.