hierarchical file structure
computing
Also known as: hierarchical database, hierarchical model
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In computing, a hierarchical file structure organizes data in a tree-like arrangement. Records are linked from top to bottom, similar to a family tree. This structure is one way to represent relationships between data elements, making it easier to process and manage information. Other structures, like network and relational models, also exist for organizing digital data, each with its own advantages for different types of information processing needs.1
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