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Laser Versus Parchment: Doomsday for the Disc

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Fragility of Digital Archives

This chapter discusses the critical role of digital archives for society, especially for vulnerable groups like refugees, while highlighting their inherent risks. Through examples like the Doomsday Project and the Windrush Scandal, it underscores the necessity of diligent preservation efforts to safeguard history and prevent repeating past injustices.

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