People wish to keep their photos and their records for lifetime or even generations, yet many appear unconcerned about the fact that in a few years' time current devices and on-line services may no longer be in use, and even the file formats might not be supported. Old fashioned printed books and documents are still the best. Fortunately they are much easier to produce now..
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Incartek has conducted a survey on behalf of OPUS albums and found out that:
41% of responders say their photos should be kept and found the rest of their lives.
56% of responders say that they should be kept for 'generations'
Only 3% said they should be kept for 10 years or less.
We have also placed polls on a number of forums asking for thoughts on how long files can be read. Not significant ... [ Read more... ]