2.4: Preservation
Preserve published data. Other Information:
Preserving the data we publish is a top concern for governments. How can we ensure that data is findable and can be referenced
for as long as people need it? People may continue to cite older data at the original URI decades after it was initially published.
To maintain the history of a dataset, think about how to integrate new URIs for upgraded and new datasets, and structure your
URIs accordingly. Use versioning of datasets so people can cite and link to present and past versions. New and upgraded datasets
can refer back to original datasets. If needed, provide tools to translate older data. Carefully document the changes between
versions, and embed the version number/indicator within the data if possible. Consider the file format carefully, and opt
for open standards that are not software specific. See the References section for more information on standards and best practices
for data preservation.
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