🕰️ Archive.org – Wayback Machine & Free Digital Library

History: Established in 1996 by Brewster Kahle, it aims to provide universal access to knowledge by archiving web pages, books, audio, and software.
What it does: The Wayback Machine archives web pages, allowing users to view historical site content. It also hosts a vast digital library of free books, movies, and music.
Future plans: Expand its archives to preserve more digital content and improve tools for researchers and the public. (Note: Not directly covered in search results; based on general knowledge.)