Method, system, and program for archiving files
US7146388B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99955
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Provided are a method, system, and program for archiving files. A hierarchical file system having directories is provided. An archival retention policy is associated with at least one of the directories in the hierarchical file system, wherein the retention policy applies to files included in the associated directory, and wherein the retention policy specifies a retention time indicating a time period during which a file is subject to the retention policy.
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