A repository is where code for a project is stored in order to later be backed up safely. This is very important for open source projects, and many software developers utilize a repository platform such as GitHub to keep their code. The advantage of having a repository online is that it ensures that your work will always be accessible, even in the event that something happens to your personal computer (though we recommend that you keep backups).
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An institutional repository allows universities and other academic institutions to host and display their research outputs in one central place. It includes everything from abstracts of conferences to journals, research reports, student theses and doctoral official statement dissertations into one central repository that is easily accessible by anyone with access to the internet. It is an excellent tool for institutions looking to gain more visibility and improve their academic standing, and increase their competitiveness.
A repository online is designed to enable institutions to share their research documents with the public, and other interested parties. The material can be accessed for free and in a simple to access format. It lets the institution keep track of their research and history while ensuring privacy policies and standard of scholarly research.
Some repository sites, in addition to offering online access to their works they can also assist authors and collaborators share data using standard information formats and structures designed for non-technical users. Some also provide advanced search technology that allows users to easily locate files without wasting time digging through folders or opening endless tabs.