The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration has a report called Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Optical Storage Media which says “CD/DVD experiential life expectancy is 2 to 5 years even though published life expectancies are often cited as 10 years, 25 years, or longer.” They discuss various factors which can impact life expectancy and recommend …
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Your CD and DVD Discs May Fail Sooner Than You Think
The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration has a report called Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Optical Storage Media which says “CD/DVD experiential life expectancy is 2 to 5 years even though published life expectancies are often cited as 10 years, 25 years, or longer.” They discuss various factors which can impact life expectancy and recommend …
Keep Loved Ones Digitally Close with Life360
Disclaimer: Despite the name, “Life360” won’t help you find your long-deceased ancestors. Every time we have a disaster anywhere in this country, I think of this cell phone app. I live in Florida and last year’s hurricanes certainly reminded me of the need to find and even track the whereabouts of family members. This app …