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Introduction to Data Classification

Data classification organizes data into meaningful groups to enhance management, analysis, and decision-making. It includes various types such as categorical, numerical, ordinal, textual, spatial, and temporal classifications. Effective data classification leads to improved organization, analysis, and efficiency in processing information.

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Introduction to Data Classification

Data classification organizes data into meaningful groups to enhance management, analysis, and decision-making. It includes various types such as categorical, numerical, ordinal, textual, spatial, and temporal classifications. Effective data classification leads to improved organization, analysis, and efficiency in processing information.

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Introduction to

Data Classification
Data classification is the process of organizing and categorizing
data into meaningful groups or classes. This allows for efficient
data management, analysis, and decision-making.

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By
Mohith S Yadav
PhD Scholar
Assistant Professor
Department of Forensic Science
Jain Deemed to be University
Objectives of Data Classification
1 Improved Organization 2 Enhanced Analysis 3 Increased Efficiency
Classifying data into Classified data enables more Well-organized data speeds
coherent groups makes it effective statistical analysis, up processing, reduces
easier to store, retrieve, and pattern identification, and redundancy, and optimizes
manage information. informed decision-making. computational resources.
Types of Data Classification
Categorical Numerical Ordinal

Data is grouped into distinct, non- Data is classified based on Data is organized into a
numerical categories or classes. quantitative, measurable values. sequential order or ranking.
Categorical Data
Classification
Nominal
Data is divided into unordered, mutually exclusive categories.

Binary
Data is classified into two distinct categories, typically "yes/no"
or "true/false".

Ordinal
Data is organized into a sequential order or ranking.
Numerical Data Classification
Discrete Continuous Ratio

Data consists of distinct, Data can take on any value within Data has a true zero point and the
countable values, typically a given range, including fractions ratios between values are
integers. and decimals. meaningful.
Ordinal Data Classification
1 Ranking
Data is organized in a specific order, such as low to
high or best to worst.

2 Grading
Data is classified into distinct levels or categories,
like letter grades or star ratings.

3 Prioritizing
Data is sorted based on importance or preference,
with the most valuable items first.
Textual Data Classification

Document Sentiment Topic Entity


Classifying text-based Analyzing the tone or Grouping text data based Identifying and classifying
documents, such as emotion expressed in on the main subject or named entities, such as
emails, articles, or reports. written text. theme. people, organizations, or
locations.
Spatial Data Classification
Geographic
Classifying data based on its physical location, such as
countries, cities, or regions.

Geometric
Organizing data according to its shape, size, or spatial
relationships, like points, lines, or polygons.

Topological
Grouping data based on its connectivity and spatial
properties, ignoring exact measurements.
Temporal Data
Classification
Chronological Data is organized in
sequential order by date or
time.

Periodic Data is classified based on


recurring patterns, such as
daily, weekly, or monthly.

Interval Data is grouped into


specific time frames or
ranges.
Conclusion and Key
Takeaways
1 Diverse Data Types
Data can be classified into a wide range of categories, from
numerical and ordinal to spatial and temporal.

2 Informed Decision-Making
Effective data classification enables better analysis, insights,
and decision-making.

3 Continuous Learning
As data evolves, new classification methods and techniques
must be explored to stay relevant.

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