Metadata refers to data that provides information about other data. It includes details like the name, type, size, format, or location of a file. Essentially, it is data about data. For example, if a photograph is the data, the metadata would include details such as the date the photo was taken, the camera settings used, and the location. Metadata helps organize and classify information, making it easier to search, analyze, and understand the data it describes.
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