How does Relativity maintain version control for documents?

Relativity maintains version control for documents primarily through tracking changes made to those documents. This system records every modification, allowing users to see a detailed history of edits and alterations over time. It ensures that users can revert to previous versions if necessary and can also audit changes to understand how documents have evolved. This capability is essential in environments that require strict compliance and accountability.

Maintaining a comprehensive log of changes helps in collaboration, as multiple users may interact with the same document, ensuring clarity on who made what alterations. This functionality is integral to managing large sets of documents within legal and corporate environments where documentation integrity is paramount.

The other methods mentioned, such as deleting older versions or limiting access to current versions only, do not contribute to effective version control as they would eliminate the ability to track or revert changes. Similarly, while creating backups is important for data security, it does not relate specifically to tracking document versioning or providing users with version histories.