The Benefits of Online Repositories

A repository is where the code for a project is stored to later be backed up safely. Many software developers utilize repositories such as GitHub for this purpose. The benefit of storing a repository online is that it ensures that your work will be available, even if something happens to your local computer (though we recommend that you keep backups).

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A repository for institutions allows universities and other academic institutions to display and host their research outputs in one central location. It collects everything from abstracts, journals and research reports, to dissertations and student theses and more into a readily accessible website for anyone with internet access. It can be a useful tool for institutions looking to promote their academic standing and gain visibility and competitiveness.

The primary goal of an online repository is reference to allow institutions to make available their research material to the public and other interested parties for free and in a format that can be used. It also enables institutions to keep an inventory of its research and its history, while upholding the privacy policies and academic integrity.

Some repositories, in addition to offering online access to their publications they can also assist authors and colleagues share information by using standard formats and structures designed for non-technical users. Some repositories also offer advanced search equipment that can quickly locate files, without having to spend hours scouring folders or opening endless tabs.