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Re:Ask HN: What's a good solution for storage of photos/docu... by fiftyacorn on Wednesday January 20, 2021 @03:57AM (#25844148)
I use usbs to back up data every quarter. Store them in envelopes with dates then I know what I can reuse
Re:Ask HN: What's a good solution for storage of photos/docu... by mceachen on Wednesday January 20, 2021 @10:09AM (#25847260)
Depending on the storage technology. SD cards and USB sticks can experience “cell voltage drift,” and lose data integrity in 5-7 years.
Re:Ask HN: What's a good solution for storage of photos/docu... by fiftyacorn on Thursday January 21, 2021 @06:29AM (#25857808)
I have four quarterly backups so am ok with this. I also have a copy on my disk