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A “tag” in the context of metadata^[2] is a keyword or term assigned to a piece of information, such as a digital image, a blog^[4] post, or a computer^[3] file. This kind of tag serves many purposes like indicating ownership, defining boundaries, and aiding in the classification of information. Tags can take various forms, including words, images, or identifying marks. They can be implemented in a top-down or bottom-up manner, and the use of both hierarchical and non-hierarchical tagging can improve information retrieval. The concept of tagging has been around even before computers, but it has gained widespread popularity with the advent of social bookmarking^[1] and social networking sites. In the digital world, tags are used in a variety of applications, from organizing blog content to enhancing search capabilities in web development. Certain types of tags, such as hashtags and knowledge tags, have unique uses and benefits. However, the use of tags also comes with challenges, such as dealing with homonyms, synonyms, and inflections.

Terms definitions

1. ↑ social bookmarking. Social bookmarking is an online service that allows individuals and organizations to store, categorize, and share internet bookmarks. Instead of saving bookmarks to a single device, users save them to a specific web-based service. These bookmarks can be tagged with descriptive words, allowing for easy organization and retrieval. Social bookmarking platforms offer various features like rating systems, comment sections, and networking options. Over time, users create a shared vocabulary or 'folksonomy.' While social bookmarking has various applications, from improving web search functionality to supporting educational engagement and research, it also presents certain challenges, like information overload and ensuring data privacy. Despite these challenges, it impacts web search and SEO strategies positively, enhancing online visibility and digital marketing efforts.

2. ↑ metadata. Metadata is a term used to describe data about data. It provides essential information about other data, making it easier to track, organize, and understand. There are different types of metadata, including structural metadata, which outlines the structure of database objects, and guide metadata, used to find specific items through keywords. The categories of metadata include technical, business, and process metadata. It is used in various fields like telecommunications for traffic analysis, in governments for digital monitoring, and in improving user experiences on websites. Standards for metadata are set by organizations like ANSI and ISO. Specific applications of metadata can be found in photography, video, and geospatial data. Metadata can either be created manually or automated, depending on the items or data objects in question.

4. ↑ blog.

1 A blog is an informational website that is organized much like a diary, with entries appearing in reverse chronological order. Originally, blogs were maintained by individuals or small groups, but they have since evolved into multi-author blogs (MABs), with contributions from various institutions enhancing blog traffic. Blogs began to gain popularity in the late 1990s, with the advent of web publishing tools that made it easier for non-technical users to post content, lessening the need for HTML or programming knowledge. The act of maintaining or adding content to a blog is referred to as 'blogging'. MABs often feature writings from multiple authors and can be found in various outlets, including newspapers, universities, and advocacy groups. These blogs often integrate with microblogging platforms like Twitter. The integration of blogs into news media has had a significant impact, offering alternative perspectives, providing real-time updates, influencing public opinion, and enhancing transparency in reporting.

2 A blog is an informational website where individuals or groups can post diary-like entries, traditionally displayed in reverse chronological order. Originating from the late 1990s, blogs grew in popularity with the development of web publishing tools, which allowed users without extensive technical knowledge to share content online. This democratization of online publishing has had a profound impact on the media landscape. Over time, blogs have evolved into multi-author platforms and have been integrated into traditional news media, contributing to a diverse range of voices and perspectives. The term 'blog' is also used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog, reflecting the dynamic and ongoing nature of this medium.

3 A blog is an informational platform on the internet, displaying entries or posts in reverse chronological order, much like a diary. Blogs were originally created by individuals or small groups, but have since evolved into multi-author blogs, with contributors from various institutions adding to the blog's traffic. The term "blogging" refers to the act of maintaining or adding content to a blog, a practice that gained popularity in the late 1990s. It reduced the need for technical knowledge, such as HTML or programming, and simplified web publishing. Blogs have since integrated with social media platforms like Twitter, expanding their reach and visibility. They've played a key role in revolutionizing online content creation and dissemination, providing a platform for a diversity of voices and opinions, and influencing traditional media outlets.

Tag (metadata) (Wikipedia)

In information systems, a tag is a keyword or term assigned to a piece of information (such as an Internet bookmark, multimedia, database record, or computer file). This kind of metadata helps describe an item and allows it to be found again by browsing or searching. Tags are generally chosen informally and personally by the item's creator or by its viewer, depending on the system, although they may also be chosen from a controlled vocabulary.

Tagging was popularized by websites associated with Web 2.0 and is an important feature of many Web 2.0 services. It is now also part of other database systems, desktop applications, and operating systems.

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