Archives in the Digital Age: Preservation and the Right to be Forgotten

The challenge of archiving in the digital age is to store data intelligently while maintaining its integrity and authenticity. Digital technologies have transformed the types of documents transferred to and stored in archives, as well as the volume of data and technological capacity for managing and preserving archives. Archives in The Digital Age explores the impact of these transformations on the right to memory and the information of future generations, including the right to be forgotten.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2021
Publisher: ISTE Ltd

The process of archiving has become increasingly intricate, demanding a comprehensive approach that goes beyond mere data storage. The challenge lies in intelligently storing data, enabling its exploitation over time while ensuring its integrity and authenticity. Digital technologies have brought about significant transformations in the realm of archives, encompassing not only the types of documents transferred and stored but also the behaviors and practices of the humanities and social sciences, known as digital humanities. Moreover, the volume of data and the technological capabilities for managing and preserving archives have reached unprecedented levels, referred to as Big Data.

Archives in The Digital Age delves into the profound impact of these digital transformations on archives, exploring the interplay between the right to memory and the information of future generations. It also examines the digital prerogative known as the right to be forgotten, which guarantees individuals their private lives and freedoms in the digital age.

In this complex landscape, archivists face numerous challenges. They must navigate the vast amounts of data generated by digital sources, ensuring its preservation and accessibility while addressing issues of privacy and security. Moreover, they must adapt to new technologies and methodologies, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, to manage and preserve archives effectively.

To address these challenges, archivists must develop a multidisciplinary approach that combines technical expertise with knowledge of the humanities and social sciences. They must also engage with stakeholders, including researchers, policymakers, and the public, to promote the value of archives and advocate for their preservation and accessibility.

In conclusion, the process of archiving has undergone a remarkable transformation due to the advent of digital technologies. While the challenge of storing data remains, the emphasis now lies in intelligently storing it, enabling its exploitation over time, and ensuring its integrity and authenticity. Archives in The Digital Age explores the complex interplay between the right to memory, the information of future generations, and the digital prerogative of the right to be forgotten, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and engagement with stakeholders to preserve and access the rich heritage of our past.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786306760