ylai@lemmy.ml to datahoarder@lemmy.mlEnglish · 6 months ago

DVDs, Blu-rays, and VHS tapes: How long does physical media last?

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DVDs, Blu-rays, and VHS tapes: How long does physical media last?

ylai@lemmy.ml to datahoarder@lemmy.mlEnglish · 6 months ago

The exact lifespan of physical media is hard to pin down

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The last burnt CDs were in 2k2, I just kept em on their spindles on my bottom shelf (not protected any more than that thru hot and cold) and all but 15ish were toast. Might have gotten lucky

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