nbruce writes “Although I think librarians have known about this guide for some time, the Wall Street Journal today featured a story about “Dr. Disc,” mild mannered Fred Byers of the National Institute of Standards and Technology. He’s promoting a seal of approval for a disc’s longevity.
Home made CDs and DVDs are coated with dye, and the laser burns a pattern. But the dye can fade, particularly in the sunlight.
The guide is dated October 2003 and is 50 pages. Wouldn’t hurt to keep a few copies where library users could browse them, or try the
nice one page summary.“
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