digitization

Digitization refers to the process of converting information into a digital format, making it accessible and usable by computers. This includes transforming physical documents, images, audio, and videos into data that can be easily stored, retrieved, and shared electronically. For example, scanning a paper document transforms it into a digital file like a PDF. Digitization enhances efficiency, allows for easy duplication and distribution, and enables the use of advanced technologies for analysis, storage, and communication, thus playing a crucial role in modern information management and access.