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To: Uncle Frank who started this subject4/26/2004 1:48:09 PM
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The CD-R Lifetime Myth

There is an interesting story today in the UK newspaper, The Independent, about the claims manufacturers make about the lifespan of their CD-R's. They are the easiest means of archiving digital photographs today, but if disc is useless after 2 years, perhaps another archival medium is required. If CD-R is still your chosen media, then purchase the best, record at the recommended speed for your drive, and store in a cool dry environment.

Blurb from dpreview.com , details at:

news.independent.co.uk
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