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* Temporality. The temporal nature of the data (refering to historical, current or future states)
 
* Temporality. The temporal nature of the data (refering to historical, current or future states)
 
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* Variability. The static or dynamic (changing nature of data)
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* Statistical Type. The nature of a dataset from a distributional perspective as defined by its range ([[Numerical Variable]], [[Categorical Variable]])
  
  
 
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Revision as of 07:59, 13 July 2021

Definition

Data Attribute is any general characteristic or property that can be associated with a specific collection of data. Explicitly defined data attributes provide context that guides on the further use of data and can be considered as a type of Metadata.

Examples

  • Importance. The relevance of a datum in a given context. Helps determine the impact of Missing Data
  • Confidentiality. The ability to disclose given data to various parties.
  • Temporality. The temporal nature of the data (refering to historical, current or future states)
  • Variability. The static or dynamic (changing nature of data)
  • Statistical Type. The nature of a dataset from a distributional perspective as defined by its range (Numerical Variable, Categorical Variable)