| definition | Alphanumeric signature (similar to a fingerprint) calculated from a digital object's content and structure using a mathematical algorithm. The algorithm will always produce the same checksum unless any change, no matter how small, is made to the file. Comparing checksums over time facilitates the management of integrity and authenticity of digital content. | ||||||
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