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Peer reviewedSchenck, Thomas – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Explains format of data on magnetic tape and process of reading and writing data to tape, and discusses sources of tape errors (physically damaged tape, unclean tape, magnetic alteration of data on tape, unclean or defective tape drive); correcting and/or bypassing tape errors; and care, storage, and shipment of tapes. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Information Storage, Magnetic Tapes, Preservation
Peer reviewedSlonim, Jacob; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1985
This article presents a brief history of the videodisc and describes three major current manifestations of this storage medium--read-only, write-once, erasable. The current status of write-once technology, major corporations involved in the field, potential uses for various types of storage media, and software and market trends are highlighted.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Databases
