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Index Card System

/ˈɪn.dɛks kɑrd ˈsɪs.təm/noun
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An index card system is a manual method for organizing information using small, standardized cards, typically 3x5 or 4x6 inches, to record notes, references, or data for easy sorting and retrieval. It serves as a foundational tool in knowledge management, evolving from library cataloging to personal productivity aids, and remains relevant today as a tactile alternative to digital apps in an increasingly virtual world.

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