Title: Manage data.
Course: Television and Media Production I (11103-I) > Section: Postproduction: Editing Digital Media

Managing data refers to the process of uploading a video to a computer for the purpose of non-linear editing.

Logging should include naming or making notes about individual clips to facilitate the shot selection in the editing process.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What transferring procedures can be followed to maximize hard drive space before, during, and after the editing?
- How does logging footage speed up the editing process?
- What are some advantages of storing data on a hard drive vs. other media?
- What is the value of performing file backups? How often should you backup a file(s)?
- How might viruses affect removable media? How does this affect backup choices?
- Why should one keep the computer’s operating system, security features, and editing software up to date?