A file attribute indicating whether it has been saved since changes were made to it. The archive attribute is assigned to a file when it is created, replaced or written to. See also: attribute
A group of files compressed into a single file to preserve space. Commonly used archive file formats are ZIP, TAR, ARJ, LZH, UC2. Archives are convenient for containing files that you want to preserve as backups or as a convenient way of sending multiple files to someone.
To move seldom used files from your hard drive to tape cartridges or floppy disks. Archiving old files frees up space on your hard drive. If you ever need a file you stored, you can retrieve it from the tape cartridge or floppy disk.
A folder used to store out-of-date manufacturer paperwork from a Data Analyst's file. There will be an archive for the current model year, and archives for all previous model years of a vehicle's life cycle.
Several files collected together into one place (another file). Archives are often compressed to save space (and time when transmitted).
In check imaging the term archive usually refers to backups made of the digital storage system; either for the client or the institution. In a literal sense the process of check imaging is in fact a from of archive of paper items.
Any collection of previously published data which is now stored by the host site and made available for users to download. Can also refer to groups of files that are compressed as .zip and .tar for easier long term storage or transport across the Net.
This is a backup of a file in compressed or uncompressed form.
On the Internet, a repository of stored files which is accessible by Anonymous FTP. The term also describes a collection of computer files that has been grouped together and stored under one file name.
To create a redundant copy of computer file data, typically to create a backup copy of that data to protect it if the original copy is damaged or otherwise irretrievable. By some definitions, an archive is required to contain copies of every version of a particular file. In this case, to archive means to save a copy of every object in a file system with a separate copy of all changes made to that file. In addition to protecting files from loss, this approach also permits any previous version of a file to be restored, typically by date and time.
An anonymous FTP site with a database of files available for distribution to Internet users.
Term used to describe either a server containing a large amount of publicily accessible software or a file containing one or more other files that have been compressed and stored.
v. To save data (usually electronic) in long-term storage (such as magnetic tape or optical disk). This differs from the backup function in that archive is intended to keep the data for a long time.
A collection of information stored elsewhere or in a compressed format sometimes for saving space but normally for security reasons.
A long-term storage area for backup copies of files or for files that are no longer in active use.
A group of files compressed into 1 file such as .zip or .tar files. Additionally, it can refer to a site which archives information.
To store data and programs for safe keeping. Or a second definition, a copy of one or more files or a copy of a database that is saved in case the original data is damaged or lost. For this definition, also called back-up copy.
transform several objects on the server into a single file saving storage space and reducing download times
A collection of files stored in accordance with the Department's retention and disposal schedule.
There are two Internet-oriented definitions of archive: A group of files compressed into a single file, which is then used for storage or transfer. Common archive types include .zip and .tar. Internet sites that house files for its users to download.
backup copy of data designed to be kept long term - often for security or audit reasons. The verb for doing this is also archive.
A single large file from which many smaller files can be extracted. Archive files are often compressed. Generally they are used to make it easier to transfer large programs and sets of files. Common archive formats include ARJ, TAR, ZIP, and ZOO.
a backup which typically may not be erased
a collection of computer files that have been packaged together for backup, to transport to some other location, for saving away from the computer so that more hard disk storage can be
a complete mirror of a set of files at a certain point in time
a complete set for downloading which may include one file or many files
a copy of a database you can create to store information no longer in use
a copy of all list mail kept on the server
a copy of software, which copy cannot be overwritten or deleted
a disk file containing everything that was said on the list on a given month (or week)
a disk to disk to tape data recovery solution
a file containing messages that previously appeared on the mailing list
a file containing the history of a member and any revision can be reconstructed, as needed, at any time
a file that contains data, it can be compressed or not, in a binary form or not
a file that contains other files plus information about them, such as their pathname, owner, timestamps, and access permissions
a file that contains (possibly) multiple compressed files
a flexible and high performance storage system for Scribable objects
a group of files collected together into one file in such a way that the individual files may be recovered intact
a group of files or streams
a long-term, permanent data backup, which is kept off-site
a long-term reliable storage medium that is not easily erasable
an Internet site that makes files available to the WWW
a packed file created with the F
a place where files are stored and made available through a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) session
a reserved location for a group of files with the intent to preserve the information in those files
a single, compressed file that contains your experiment file (
a single file that combines many files, reducing storage space and allowing multiple files to be handled as one
a single file that contains all the files in a snapshot
a single file that contains any
a single file that contains other files, including all their file attributes
a single file that has a collection of several other files
a single file that holds a number of files packaged or collected together
a single file which acts like a container, holding one or more files or folders
a single file which contains the contents of many files, while still identifying the names of the files, their owner(s), and so forth
a single file which contains within it the contents of many files
a special type of folder (like the recycle bin, or briefcase) that can store one or more revisions of any item (file or folder)
a type of binary file that contains one or more files in a compressed format
A file which has been compressed, or at least stored, under a specific name. This allows for faster transfer times and the grouping of related files. Originally meant for files with an .ARC extension.
Collections of files related to a particular subject, which are stored on a computer and made available for distributions to the Internet community, usually via anonymous FTP.
A file which has been backed-up and/or compressed.
an FTP site that holds large collections of files available for download.
Another term used for compressed files. A single zip archive may contain many compressed individual files.
Persistent storage used for long-term information retention, typically very inexpensive per unit stored and slow to access, and often in a different geographic location to protect against equipment failures and natural disasters.
Long-term data storage usually for backup and security purposes.
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Off-line storage of video/audio onto back-up tapes, floppy disks, optical disks, etc.
A file copied from to a CD-R or tape back-up for purposes of safekeeping or for historical reasons.
file s containing data that is no longer in current use but is kept in long-term storage as it may be required in the future
Single file containing a group of files that have been compressed for efficient storage
Long-term, physically separate storage.
One large file which contains many compressed smaller files. Files are generally archived when they are stored for future use or reference. They also make it easier to transfer large programs and sets of files from one machine or place to another. Common archive formats include ARJ, TAR, ZIP, and ZOO.
Long-term storage of post production electronic documents
A file containing one or more chunks
To copy any kind of data from the media it is currently stored on (typically a hard disk) onto a removable media cartridge or tape for back-up purposes. Archive and back-up software often compress the data to maximize the capacity of that storage media.
To save data files from a computer system for later retrieval. Archive files are often compressed to maximise storage space.
Archives are usually large files containing smaller files and are often compressed. Commonly used archive formats are ZIP, TAR, ARJ, LZH, UC2.
a file which contains one or more related files that have been compressed and saved.
A copy of data on disks, CD-ROM, magnetic tape, etc., for long term storage and later possible access. Archived files are often compressed to save storage space.
To copy or move data onto a secondary disk or tape for backup or data retention purposes.
As a noun, archive is the place on an Internet host where files are stored. It is also a file that contains a number of compressed files. As a verb, archive means to compress a number of files into one file for storage and transmittal.
To place a file or group of files in a form convenient for storage on backup media such as floppy disks or tape. Normally, you archive backup files or files that are important but not often used. Such files can be copied to and from backup media using the Archive option on the File menu. See also backup.
A computer system that stores files for searching and distribution.
(n.) 1. A collection of several files that are concatenated into a single new file by a program, such as ar, tar, bar, or cpio, for shipment or storing. 2. A file that contains a collection of files that were copied from a master system. The file also contains identification information about the archive, such as a name and the date that you created the archive. After you install an archive on a system, the system contains the exact configuration of the master system. An archive could be a differential archive which is Solaris Flash archive that contains only the differences between two system images, an unchanged master image and an updated master image. The differential archive contains files to be retained, modified, or deleted from the clone system. A differential update changes only the files specified and is restricted to systems that contain software consistent with the unchanged master image.
A collection of files stored on an Internet machine. FTP sites are known as archives.
Archives are large files containing valuable data. Archives are often compressed to save space.
Long-term off-line storage. In digital systems, pictures are generally archived onto some form of hard disc, magnetic tape, floppy disk or DAT cartridge.
An attributes of Windows files. Archive is an attribute that is set automatically to a newly created or updated file. The file attributes of Windows includes "Read only", "Hidden file", "Archive", "System file", "Compressed file", etc.
FTP sites are known as archives, a collection of files stored on a machine connected to the Internet.
collection of computer files held together, e.g. to save space or for long-term storage. May be made into a single compressed file (see compression). Also a (searchable) store of the messages sent to an email forum.
A file or group of files that have been compressed to form one smaller file.
a phase of the CCSM production process in which model output is moved from the executable directory to a local disk before being saved to the local long-term storage system. See also ccsm_archive.
When referring to electronic archiving, it means the ability to electronically store documents for future electronic, on-demand printing. The files are commonly stored in a print ready format and are not accessible for editing. However, changes to the stored document can be incorporated by replacing pages or entire sections with updated pages.
(1) To copy files to a long-term storage medium for backup. Large computer systems often have two layers of backup, the first of which is a disk drive. Periodically, the computer operator will archive files on the disk to a second storage device, usually a tape drive. On smaller systems, archiving is synonymous with backing up. (2) To compress a file.
Storage of selected digital files for backup or long-term storage.
Collections of older files that are stored on a computer and made available for distribution, usually via FTP.
In version control, the file or group of files that make it possible to recreate past revisions of a file that is under version control. An archive can also be, as in StarTeam, the folder that stores such files.
A consistent copy of a collection of data, usually taken for the purpose of maintaining a long-term durable record of a business or application state. Archives are normally used for auditing or analysis rather than for application recovery. After files are archived, online copies of them are typically deleted, and must be restored by explicit action. (Provided by SNIA).
After processing discovery materials, an archive is created for each case. Viruses found in processing are typically removed (a clean archive), program-related files are removed (per instruction, a purged archive), erased files are analyzed and recovered if possible, slack space is checked, files are grouped according to files classes, and meta-data is added to the database.
Moving a file, or compressing a file for long term storage or to save space.
To copy one or more files to a storage pool for long-term storage. Archived files can include descriptive information and can be retrieved by archive date, by file name, or by description. Contrast with retrieve.
The largest component of the library; a chronological collection of all the archived entries. You can treat it as a single entity when searching. You cannot directly view the entire contents of the archive any more than you can simultaneously open all the files on your hard drive, but it can be used in the Manager as the source for entries to be added to notebooks. This way you can be certain that your search did not overlook any possible matching entries. Not all archived entries reside in notebooks, nor do they need to, but all can be found by a search of the archive.
Removes an entry from the journal and permanently stores it in the archive. If you wish, the entry can also be added to some notebooks at the same time.
(1.) To store programs and data for safekeeping. (2.) A copy of one or more files or a copy of a database that is saved in case the original data is damaged or lost.
The storage of files in the form of tape or disk for long periods of time.
As a noun, this refers generally to any type of backed-up data. It can refer to tapes, disks, or just simply a group of data that is an old copy of current...
A function that allows users to copy one or more files to a storage pool for long-term storage. Archive copies may be accompanied by descriptive information and may be retrieved by archive date, by file name, or by description. Contrast with retrieve.
An archive is the compression or storage of one or more files (sometimes including a directory structure) by an application into one or more other files.
A collection of files stored on a computer on the Internet. FTP sites are examples of archives.
In DPM, the process by which an administrator copies the contents of the DPM server to tape by using tape backup software. Archiving the replicas provides for long-term storage and access to protected data. Archiving the DPM database and the Report database provides for restoring the DPM server in the event of disaster. See Also: restore
A collection of data in long-term storage.
A kind of file in which multiple files and folders are encoded together into a single file. The archive can be decoded later back into the original files and folders. Archives often also compress the files, saving space.
(noun) A place where materials are preserved. (verb) To file, collect, or store materials or media in an archive, or archive collection, for preservation.
A collection of files stored on a computer network.
An archive is a term for storage a can refer to the following:* Storage of master material under controlled conditions* Long term storage of material on an offline storage medium.* Archive Copy is a master copy intended solely for storage and not to be used in distribution.
An archive is a set of files that have been packaged together into one file for storage, ease of transportation or another purpose. Often files are both archived and compressed to save memory. Many free programs exist which allow you to create archives and extract individual files from existing archives. Alladin Expander's Stuffit is one such program for the Macintosh; PKZIP and Winzip and are for the PC. Source: TechSoup.org
A copy of data on disks, CD-ROM, mag tape, etc., for the long-term storage and later possible access.
In the Publishing Framework, a result set package that is compressed and saved to a directory file. The archive may also be cataloged in an LDAP directory. The archive contains the contents of a package and metadata that is necessary for extracting the contents. An archive is compressed using ZIP compression and is saved with an SPK extension. The archive is saved to the specified location and remains available to users until you delete the archive. An object server can retrieve the archive upon request. See also Delivery Transport. The data compression is accomplished using zlib, (c) 1995-1996 Jean-loup Gailly and Mark Adler.
In Information Technology terms, "to archive" an electronic file is to create a backup copy of it for noncurrent, but not permanent, storage. In Archival terms, "to archive" an electronic record is to capture it for permanent retention. In these documents, we are using the archival definition.
To copy data onto a different disk or tape for backup or data retention purposes. Archived files are normally compressed to maximize storage media, and such compression programs may be called "archiver programs" or "archiving programs."
An archive is a duplicate copy of data designed to be kept long term, usually for security or audit reasons.
A collection of files gathered and often compressed for storage. You can use archiving software, such as ACDSee and ACDZip, to create and view archives.
The process of copying one or more files to a long-term storage device. When you archive a file, you can specify whether to delete the file from your local file system after it is copied to ADSM storage or leave the original file intact.
1. A storage repository for software, data, or other materials to be saved and preserved. 2. A technique of combining multiple files into a single file to enable easier backup, handling or transmission. Some of the software programs used to archive files are PKZIP, WinZip, Stuffit, and tar. Files with the following extensions are likely to be archived: sea, tar, taz, taZ, tgz, and zip.
This refers to any backed-up data whether it is stored on paper or electronic format. The copy could be of any age from a minute to many years. Archive also refers to the act of backing-up data or creating an archive.
To copy files to a long term storage medium for back-up. Archiving is synonymous with backing-up. Internet.com/Webopedia.com
Many lists store all messages that have been sent to the list, usually in batches of one month at a time. In addition, documents that the members of the list consider important to have available (such as an FAQ) can also be stored. These stored files are known as archives. Archives can usually be retrieved by subscribers (sometimes this requires a password). Instructions on retrieving archives will usually be part of your welcome message or can be obtained from the list owner. Additional information about retrieving archives is available on the Common subscriber commands page.
An archive combines several files or directories into a single file. You can use various compression programs (e.g. Winzip, WinRAR) to reduce file sizes (depending on the file type) and thus save hard disk space or email the files faster. These files have suffixes such as ".zip", ".rar" or ".arj" and can normally only be used by other applications after being unpacked by the appropriate compression program. Access to an archive can be restricted by using a password.
Persistent storage for the results of a build cycle, enabling module rebuilds to be skipped, if the source has not changed since the previous build cycle.
is the long-term storage of data or images. Archiving is generally accomplished on some form of magnetic media; such as disk or tape, or optical media; such as Writable CD.
A compressed or backed up data file.
To copy information that need not be instantly accessible to a storage device that holds such files (for backup or security reasons).
a subset of the data represented in the OMS that has been relegated to a potentially less readily accessible storage medium while retaining the integrity, consistency and availability of all information in the object management system. The subset is capable of restoration to active use by a PCIS implementation.
Often compressed, archives are usually large files containing several smaller files. Commonly used archive file formats are ZIP, TAR, ARJ, LZH, UC2.
A function permitting users to copy one or more files to a long-term storage device. Archive copies can: Accompany descriptive information Imply data compression software usage Be retrieved by archive date, file name, or description Contrast with retrieve.
Storage of files and folders that do not need to be regularly accessed. It usually takes machines a little longer to load files that have been archived.
A function permitting users to copy one or more files to a long-term storage device. Archive copies can: Carry associated descriptive information Be compressed to minimize storage requirements Be retrieved by archive date, file name, or description Contrast with retrieve.
A technique of compressing multiple files into a single file to enable easier backup, handling and/or transmission.
A repository of files available for access at an Internet site. Also, a collection of files-often a backup of a disk or files saved to tape to allow them to be transferred.
Long-term storage of information
the file, which contains the evolutionary history of a configuration item
long term on- and/or off-site storage
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A backup copy of data designed to be kept long term often for security and/or audit processes.
A file that contains a group of files and possibly directories which must be extracted in order to use them. An archive may optionally be compressed which would require it to be decompressed before the files can be extracted.
An archive is simply a descriptive term for a package of files which appear as one file, often compressed.
A large file containing several smaller files, usually compressed. Commonly used archive file formats are ZIP, TAR, ARJ, LZH, UC2.
A file that contains a group of files which have been compressed for efficient storage. You have to use an archive program to get the original files back out. Commonly used programs include compress, tar, cpio, and zip (on UNIX systems), PKZIP (on DOS systems) and WinZIP on Windows based systems. Also See: Zip, WinZip
Often compressed, archives are usually large files containing several smaller files. Commonly used archive file formats are ZIP, TAR, TGZ and BZ2.
v. To copy programs and data onto an auxiliary storage medium(disk, tape,etc.) for long-term retention, such as when disk space has become full. n. A file with a structure that allows storage of multiple files within it in such a way that the names of the files can be listed and files can be individually added and deleted. The terminology is typically associated with microcomputers. On a mainframe, such a file is typically called a library.
An archive stores files, such as documents and programs, to be retrieved later. An archive site, such as an anonymous ftp site may allow other people to retrieve the files stored there.
To back up files or digital photos for storage. Digital photos are often archived on CDs or tape.