👉 Archival, in its broadest sense, refers to a process of preserving or storing historical documents and records. This can include physical materials such as books, newspapers, photographs, and audio-visual recordings that have been collected over time for various purposes, such as research, teaching, preservation, or public access. In the context of digital archives, archival refers specifically to the process of collecting, organizing, cataloging, and preserving digital media like e-books, videos, and music files. This can