e-Services to Keep Your Digital Files Current
Synopsis
Over a hundred different file formats complicate the preservation of digital records, according to Dr. Peter Bajcsy at the National Archives in April 2011.
Synopsis
Dr. Peter Bajcsy, a computer scientist from the National Center for Supercomputing Applications, spoke at the National Archives Center for Advanced Systems and Technologies in College Park, Maryland, in April 2011. He addressed the growing challenges of managing digital files due to the increasing number of complex formats. Bajcsy presented tools developed by his team to help archivists maintain digital file currency. The session also included information on free software available through the National Archives Applied Research Division's website.
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Why Watch
- Meet Peter, a computer scientist tackling archival challenges.
- Find out why NARA limits its record accessions.
- See the impact of digital formats on archival work.
Did You Know
- Peter has been involved with archival issues for over 12 years.
- NARA has been dealing with electronic records since 1975.
- There are over a hundred different formats for 3D representation.
- NARA has limited its accessions based on format compatibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main problem NARA faces with electronic records?
The main problem NARA faces is the increasing number of formats for electronic records, which complicates their ability to manage and archive these records.
Since when has NARA been dealing with electronic records?
NARA has been dealing with electronic records since 1975.
How many different formats exist for 3D representation according to the presentation?
There are over a hundred different formats for 3D representation.
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