Converting objects into a storable or transferable representation.

Configuration format emphasizing simplicity and readability.

Unintended difference between intended and actual configuration.

File data distributed across noncontiguous storage areas.

Reconstructing objects from serialized data.

Text format representing tabular data.

Storage location for configuration definitions.

Reducing file size using compression algorithms.

Preparing data for transmission between systems.

Tabular text format using tabs as separators.