A repository is where the code for a project can be stored to later be backed up safely. This is vital for open source projects, and a lot of software developers utilize a repository platform like GitHub to keep track of their code. The benefit of keeping an online repository is that it ensures your work will always be accessible, regardless of something happens to your personal computer (though we still recommend keeping backups).

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An institutional repository allows universities and other academic institutions to host and showcase their research outputs in one central location. It collects everything from event abstracts, journal articles and research reports, to dissertations and student theses and more into a readily accessible site for anyone who has access to the internet. It can be a useful resource for institutions who want to promote their academic standing, and increase visibility and competitiveness.

A repository online is created to allow institutions to make their research materials available to the public, and other interested parties. This material can be accessed at no cost and is accessible in a user-friendly format. It allows the institution to keep a record of their research and its history while adhering to privacy policies and academic standards.

Some repositories, as well as providing online access to their works can help authors and colleagues share their data using standard information formats and due diligence structures that are geared towards non-technical users. Some repositories also offer advanced search capabilities that can easily locate files without having to spend hours scouring folders or opening endless tabs.