Digital Object

A digital object is any piece of digital information stored electronically, such as a document, photo, video, or music file. It’s more than just the data; it also includes metadata—details about the object like creator, date, or format—that help identify, manage, and find it. Think of it as a virtual package containing the content itself and the information needed to understand and organize it within digital systems. Digital objects are essential for managing large amounts of digital data consistently and efficiently across various platforms and systems.