Ensuring The Preservation Of Assets In Federated File Hosting

Abstract

Federated file hosting leverages a
distributed approach, enabling multiple
organizations or entities to pool their
storage resources and collectively
manage an extensive repository of files.
However, this decentralized nature
introduces complexities in ensuring the
long- term preservation of these digital
assets. In the context of federated
environments, preserving assets
encompasses not only safeguarding
against data loss but also maintaining
accessibility, authenticity, and reliability
over time. This research proposes a
comprehensive framework for ensuring
the preservation of assets in federated file
hosting ecosystems. The framework
combines technological strategies,
governance policies, and collaborative
practices to address multifaceted
preservation challenges. Key components
include data redundancy mechanisms to
mitigate against loss, cryptographic
techniques for ensuring authenticity,
access controls to manage data integrity,
and versioning strategies for maintaining
historical context. In conclusion, this
research contributes to the evolving
landscape of data preservation by
offering a tailored approach for ensuring
the preservation of digital assets within
federated file hosting environments. By
addressing the multifaceted challenges of
data loss, authenticity, accessibility, and
reliability, the proposed framework
provides a comprehensive strategy to
sustain the value and utility of shared
assets in federated ecosystems.