Thinking of downsizing your physical possessions in favor of storing your memories on a hard drive? Remember, ink on paper and photographic prints have stood the test of time and have managed to survive fairly well, even when stuffed in a shoebox. However, digital records require periodic migration to newer media formats to be preserved and accessed.
To help you organize and care for your digital memories, the Library of Congress has produced a short video that offers simple and practical strategies for personal digital preservation. Once you’ve viewed the video, check out digitalpreservation.gov for more helpful information.
