tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36674164.post3049900762373974304..comments2023-03-26T07:35:29.942-07:00Comments on Tips & Tricks for Tracking Your Genealogical Journey: Tip # 24...If you had to evacuate your home today, what would you take with you? Prepare nowEnergetic Storyteller, Family Historian & Grebel Loverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605549870021714474noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36674164.post-20748604045400887482007-10-25T20:37:00.000-07:002007-10-25T20:37:00.000-07:00I have been told that for archival purposes that e...I have been told that for archival purposes that even CDs can degrade, but that flash memory of even a spare hard drive can be the best abd will not degrade. Of course, this is all rumor and heresay and demands further investigation.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03874665824953440311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36674164.post-78913074818708143182007-10-25T19:16:00.000-07:002007-10-25T19:16:00.000-07:00I think the flash drive is a great backup as are C...I think the flash drive is a great backup as are CDs and DVDs. If you compare the length of time each has existed, it is hard to compare to the longevity of print. I think a plan which uses a variety of backups is wise. Dry climates vs. humid climates will also impact your storage choices. I have looked at some archival options and here are a few more sites for options. It can seem expensive, but when what you have is priceless....<BR/><BR/>http://www.exposuresonline.com/http://www.archivalmethods.com/<BR/>http://archivalsuppliers.com<BR/>http://www.jerrysartarama.com/discount-art-supplies/online/5316/art-supplies/3Energetic Storyteller, Family Historian & Grebel Loverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08605549870021714474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36674164.post-45625585763847060342007-10-25T19:14:00.000-07:002007-10-25T19:14:00.000-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Energetic Storyteller, Family Historian & Grebel Loverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08605549870021714474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36674164.post-78367024125935530942007-10-24T19:19:00.000-07:002007-10-24T19:19:00.000-07:00Preparing for the unforeseen is good advise. What ...Preparing for the unforeseen is good advise. What I have been considering doing is scanning all family documents into the computer and putting them onto CDs or DVDs. I have also heard that using flash memory is a good way to store documentation. Unfortunately, I do not think there is any perfect way to truly protect the actual documents (if you have a lot of them) without spending a ton o' money. But again, very good suggestion and definitely food for thought. Thanks.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03874665824953440311noreply@blogger.com