physical files
[ˈfɪzɪkəl faɪlz]
nounpl: physical files
arquivos físicos
1. Tangible documents, records, or papers stored in physical form (paper, folders, cabinets) rather than digitally
The company decided to digitize all physical files to improve accessibility.
A empresa decidiu digitalizar todos os arquivos físicos para melhorar a acessibilidade.
2. Actual files or documents that can be touched and handled, as opposed to electronic or digital copies
We still maintain physical files for legal compliance purposes.
Ainda mantemos arquivos físicos para fins de conformidade legal.
3. In computing, files stored on physical storage media like hard drives or solid-state drives
The physical files on the server need to be backed up regularly.
Os arquivos físicos no servidor precisam ser respaldados regularmente.
In Brazil, there has been a significant shift toward digitization in recent years, particularly in government and corporate sectors. However, physical files remain important for legal documentation, especially in banking and real estate. In the USA, businesses are similarly transitioning to digital systems, but physical files are still maintained for compliance and archival purposes in regulated industries.
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