The '5/130/internet-archive' refers to a specific collection within the Internet Archive, an American digital library founded in 1996 by Brewster Kahle with the mission to provide "universal access to all knowledge". This particular collection, designated by the identifier "5/130", is part of a vast repository that includes books, movies, software, music, and web pages, among other digital content.
The collection '5/130' within the Internet Archive is not explicitly detailed in public records or commonly cited sources, suggesting it might be one of the many smaller or specialized collections within the larger archive. These collections often contain items that are either donated, digitized, or preserved by the Internet Archive for educational, research, or cultural preservation purposes. The '5/130' could refer to a particular batch or categorization system used internally by the Internet Archive for organizing digital items.
The Internet Archive has been at the forefront of digital preservation since its inception:
The '5/130/internet-archive' collection, like others within the Internet Archive, serves multiple purposes:
The Internet Archive operates under fair use principles in the U.S., but its practices have sometimes led to legal challenges, especially regarding copyright issues. The Archive contends that it is performing a public service by providing access to works that might otherwise be lost or inaccessible. Legal battles, like the one with publishers in 2020 regarding its National Emergency Library initiative, highlight the tension between copyright laws and digital preservation efforts.
For further reading on the Internet Archive and its collections: