Digital Books wear out faster than Physical Books

2/18/2023

In this blog post, the Internet Archive discusses the durability of digital books compared to physical books. The article highlights a unique challenge faced by digital books – they can "wear out" faster due to various factors such as format obsolescence, changes in technology, and issues with file integrity and preservation over time. While physical books can last for centuries with proper care, digital books require ongoing maintenance and migration to new formats to ensure their long-term accessibility. The post emphasizes the importance of preserving digital books and provides insights into the Internet Archive's efforts to safeguard and provide access to digital content for future generations.

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