Nanoraptor14h ago

hey it's that time again.

do you have data? that you like? is it backed up? do you have automatic backups you've checked are actually happening?

in multiple locations?

have you done a test restore to make sure the backups work?

*even an extra copy on a flash drive is better than no backups*

Show threadgloriouscow14h ago
reminder that flash storage is not long term storage
Show threadZimmie13h ago
@gloriouscow If you’re planning long-term enough that flash data retention is an issue, then it’s not like spinning drives are long-term storage either. The only substantial step up from flash is a live system which you regularly scrub and service.
Show threadMike Spooner13h ago
@bob_zim @gloriouscow Spinning drives do do better in the medium term, especially if they remain powered-on. As always, multiple copies with ECC or hash-check is wise.
Show threadgloriouscow

@shelldozer @bob_zim

the miniscribe hard drive in this IBM 5170 I bought spun right up and I was able to read this guy's creepy letters about his ex wife.

actually this is not a good argument for data preservation i'm sorry

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