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Paper, Digits, and Bytes: Putting Our Culture's Memory at Risk.

Authors :
Adams, Dennis
Source :
Educational Technology. Sep-Oct 2002 42(5):55-58.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Discusses information storage techniques and problems that libraries face with deteriorating paper materials as well as previous storage techniques, such as microfilm. Considers the loss of information when original paper sources are destroyed and newer techniques become obsolete and suggests approaches to minimize the loss of critical information, including digital data. (LRW)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0013-1962
Volume :
42
Issue :
5
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Educational Technology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ664957
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive