Provenance for Computational Tasks: A Survey

ABSTRACT

The problem of systematically capturing and managing provenance for computational tasks has recently received significant attention because of its relevance to a wide range of domains and applications. The authors give an overview of important concepts related to provenance management, so that potential users can make informed decisions when selecting or designing a provenance solution.

INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT
      H.2.8 Database applications

Additional Classification:
  A. General Literature
  A.1 INTRODUCTORY AND SURVEY

  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)

General Terms:
Design, Management, Performance, Theory

Keywords:
provenance, data visualization, VisTrails