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Re: Scientists invent memory storage good for a billion years
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Larry Medina <[log in to unmask]>
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Records Management Program <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Wed, 27 May 2009 19:25:13 -0700
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> The team says it is achievable to build storage devices capable of carrying
> a terabyte of information per square inch, making it more effective than
> current techniques.
>
> However, the data will also be almost incorruptible and should remain
> available for a billion years or more.
>
> Current memory technologies are nowhere near as long lasting. Conventional
> flash memory usually fails after around three to five years.


Sweet!  NOW if they can only come up with a format that lasts more than 10
years...


-- 
Larry Medina
Danville, CA
RIM Professional since 1972

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