I don't believe that we've seen much degradation of microfilm "due to age".... However, microfilm can deteriorate...if it is not properly stored and if it was not properly processed prior to storage, and finally, if it has been subject to ongoing use. Douglas P. Allen, CRM, CDIA+ -----Original Message----- From: Records Management Program [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Denise Muniz Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 8:48 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: [RM] Why Microfilm? ....unless the film has degraded due to age! Denise Muniz Assistant Reference Librarian Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library List archives at http://lists.ufl.edu/archives/recmgmt-l.html Contact [log in to unmask] for assistance