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The thread discusses the emergence of M-Discs, a new type of optical media claimed to last indefinitely by etching data directly into durable, stone-like discs, offering a more reliable backup option than traditional CDs or DVDs. The original poster highlights their durability and potential longevity, while a second contributor questions how many readers will remain functional over time and reflects on the limited lifespan of current optical and magnetic media, sharing nostalgic concerns about obsolete storage formats. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of reliable long-term data storage and the hope that M-Discs may provide a solution.
The thread discusses the emergence of M-Discs, a new type of optical media claimed to last indefinitely by etching data directly into durable, stone-like discs, offering a more reliable backup option than traditional CDs or DVDs. The original poster highlights their durability and potential longevity, while a second contributor questions how many readers will remain functional over time and reflects on the limited lifespan of current optical and magnetic media, sharing nostalgic concerns about obsolete storage formats. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of reliable long-term data storage and the hope that M-Discs may provide a solution.
OldTimer
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Fifty years from now, I wonder how many M-Disk readers will still be functioning?
Or, how many people reading this forum will still be functioning to give a d***.
A well cared for DVD, should be good for about thirty years. That's much longer
than I'll need mine, that's for sure.
But in the greater scheme of things, optical media, well cared for, will be readable
long after magnetic media has lost its mind.
I have hundreds of old floppy disks, both 5.25" and 3.5", that are no longer readable. Too bad too, as
there were some great programs and games on those disks. Oh well..........
Or, how many people reading this forum will still be functioning to give a d***.
A well cared for DVD, should be good for about thirty years. That's much longer
than I'll need mine, that's for sure.
But in the greater scheme of things, optical media, well cared for, will be readable
long after magnetic media has lost its mind.
I have hundreds of old floppy disks, both 5.25" and 3.5", that are no longer readable. Too bad too, as
there were some great programs and games on those disks. Oh well..........
