Rocks Don't Need to Be Backed Up

Rocks Don't Need to Be Backed Up
March 27, 2009
By Henry Newman

http://www.enterprisestorageforum.com/continuity/features/article.php/3812496

Nice article. I, however, think we need an approach, broader or more embracing than "a standards body."

Future Arch

"All of which finally gives me reason to stop worrying about cheap terrabytes! Data is going to keep growing and someone is going to have to help manage all that stuff. I guess that is where we fit in." from http://futurearchives.blogspot.com/

Indeed! Personal Digital Archives!

MEM: Making Everlasting Memories

"Making Everlasting Memories® (MeM) helps families share and archive the stories of their lives. Whether documenting a child’s first steps or honoring the memory of a loved one passed, MeM publishes the memories, treasured photographs and loving thoughts that capture life’s most cherished moments."
http://www.mem.com/Default.aspx

The market around personal digital archives will become bigger and bigger soon, I will say. But it will be very interesting to see how and which direction it will grow.

(Thank Maggie, one of my UT iSchool colleagues, for sharing this site.)