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back in 2015 I mentioned an article touting the possibility of storing data in DNA - the concept continues to march forward. The previous article from 2015 said that "DNA can store over 300,000 terabytes, in only a fraction of an ounce of DNA." Think about that. That's a lot of data. Not only that … Continue reading More on DNA as the future of digital preservation
Happy World Digital Preservation Day 2018 Rather than spend time writing about hardcore digital preservation, which others have done much more elegantly than I could, I'd like to give some simple advice to help retain your digital documents. Back it up Things go wrong. Electronics fail. It's easy to overlook the process of backing up … Continue reading World Digital Preservation Day 2018
10 reasons why electronic records need special attention In recognition of Electronic Records Day 2016, here is a list of reasons why everyone should be thinking more about electronic records. 1. Managing electronic records is like caring for a perpetual toddler: they need regular attention and care in order to remain accessible. 2. Electronic records … Continue reading Happy Electronic Records Day
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