Metadata

Metadata is data that describes other data. In other words, it provides information about a piece of content, such as a document, image, or video. This information may include details about the content's format, author, date created, keywords, and other attributes that help to identify, organize, and manage the content.
 
Metadata can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
 
1. Search and discovery: Metadata can be used to make it easier to find and access content. For example, if you are looking for a particular file on your computer, you might search for it by its filename or by a keyword that is included in its metadata.
 
2. Content management: Metadata can help to organize and manage large collections of content. For example, a library might use metadata to categorize books by subject, author, or date of publication.
 
3. Rights management: Metadata can be used to track ownership and usage rights for digital content. For example, a photographer might include metadata in their images to ensure that they receive proper attribution and compensation for their work.
 
4. Analytics: Metadata can be used to analyze patterns and trends in content usage. For example, a website might track metadata about its visitors to better understand their behavior and preferences.
 
Overall, metadata provides valuable context and information about content, which can help to improve its accessibility, organization, and management.