Method, system, and program for archiving files

Details Method, system, and program for archiving files Method, system, and program for archiving files

2006-12-05

2006-12-05

Rimell, Sam (Department: 2161)

Data processing: database and file management or data structures

Database design

Data structure types

C707S793000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07146388

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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