Readings: Week 2

Objectives and Competencies for this session:

• Describe and implement conventions for proper naming of files
• Explain the difference between proprietary and open formats
• Learn how to efficiently organize their research data files
• Learn the preferred format for storing and archiving different types of data files
• Become familiar with different options for cloud data storage and backup
• Develop and implement a plan for short- and long-term data storage, back-up, and archiving
• Learn rules and policies for data security
• Become familiar with tools for such tasks as batch renaming of files, cloud data storage, and automated data backup.
• Explain options for a long-term sustainable preservation strategy/policy for your data (e.g., discipline specific, institutional, departmental, individual).
• Address the need for conversion to standard formats needed for re-use
• Perform basic archival processes: checksum, auditing, format migration, etc.
• Understand costs & time lines for data storage, management tools and services