A Data Collector is a tool or software designed to gather and store information from various sources. This can include online surveys, web scraping, or monitoring social media. The collected data can be used for analysis, research, or decision-making purposes, helping organizations understand trends and patterns. Data collectors can be manual or automated. Manual data collection involves human effort, such as conducting interviews or filling out forms, while automated data collectors use algorithms and scripts to gather data without direct human intervention. Both methods are essential in fields like market research, healthcare, and academic studies.