Everything you have recorded on audio and video tape is at risk….and that risk is increasing exponentially with every passing year.
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Magnetic recording tape was never designed as a long-term storage medium. Tape is primarily designed to be easy to use and easy to copy.
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Failure to adhere to the items on this list may cause premature loss or deterioration of magnetic tapes and should be considered misuse of the medium.
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Exposure to water is the primary environmental factor that causes damage to magnetic tape.
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Temperature has three basic effects on magnetic tape. It can impact the physical dimension of tape, the speed at which the binder decays and the lubricants.
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The evolution of magnetic tape through history |
Over 65 formats were created and used in 45 years.
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The problem of tape obsolescence has been predicted for decades by many experts. The situation is now critical and the following are primary factors involved.
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Standards and Recommended Practices in Print
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This link provides answers to commonly asked questions.
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