2006-09-03 02:39:47 · 6 answers · asked by turtle39623 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Depends on the quality of the CD-R or DVD-R and the conditions of its storage (i.e. no scratches, not in direct sunlight). I'd say 3 to 5 years is about normal. Also, be careful if you mark your disks with a marker, the ink will sometimes bleed into the data and cause damage.
2006-09-03 02:46:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should store them in a plastic case away from extreme heat or cold.
I read an article a few months ago that said that after a few years, the material on the CD disks start to deteriorate. Also, you have to consider whether or not the newer technology will allow you to access the older format on the CD. Even though there are ways to convert older versions to the newer formats, sometimes the conversion is garbled or incomplete.
So what is the answer? A few years ago, the experts thought that encrypting information on a CD was the ultimate way to save important information forever. This has been proved wrong. Time will tell if the newer generation of computers will be able to generate quality, long lasting Cd's. After all, music Cd's have a long shelf life, but they are produced in a studio with the best and most sophisticated technology.
2006-09-03 02:52:15 · answer #2 · answered by ne11 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CD has a life span or about 10 years to 15 years because of the material used (aluminum). Best way to store photos is store them onto flash memory or in your computer with a backup system (such as RAID).
2006-09-03 02:46:06 · answer #3 · answered by Bruce__MA 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they should last for a long time b/c i've backed up my computer files tons of time and even the ones from 5 years ago still work... i suggest storing them in a cd case with all your other progam cds
2006-09-03 02:43:42 · answer #4 · answered by xxxlovelymoi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They should last forever, or at least until the metal on the disc corrodes ( 100+ years ).
But things like heat and water damage can also kill them and scrathes.
Best way to keep is in a soft clean paddded sleve inside a hard case - any computer shop sells these.
Always be sure to back up
2006-09-03 02:44:27 · answer #5 · answered by pj2024 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the real question is how long will they actually final, in terms of being playable. it is fairly a secret. i will save maximum of my CDs, i like a library. BQ: Do you have any vinyl albums and if so what became the final vinyl checklist you acquire? I nonetheless have approximately 500 vinyl albums, won't be able to remember the final one i bought, it fairly is been too long. BQ2: Which do you do extra? hear to music on CD or on mp3 participant or computing device? iPod BQ3: First album you ever bought? Boston-Boston BQ4: Now enjoying? Aimee Allen - a splash Happiness
2016-11-24 19:41:42 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋