Re: long-term archiving

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John Levine <johnl@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> This probably seems pretty retro, but a good way to do that is to
> print them out.  We know how to make quality paper that is stable for
> centuries, and since the pigment in black laser toner is usually
> carbon black, it's unlikely to fade.

The worry with laser printers is adhesion of the toner to the paper, e.g.
http://www.naa.gov.au/records-management/agency/preserve/physical-preservation/photocopies-and-laser-prints.aspx

Tony.
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