Inside Wayback Machine, the internet’s time capsule

Inside Wayback Machine, the internet’s time capsule

11/18/2018

link

https://thehustle.co/inside-wayback-machine-internet-archive/

summary

This article takes a deep dive into the Internet Archive and its most famous project, the Wayback Machine. The Wayback Machine is a digital archive that allows users to view snapshots of websites as they appeared in the past. The article explores the history and technology behind the Internet Archive, including its mission to preserve the internet's history and make it accessible to everyone. It discusses the challenges faced by the organization in archiving massive amounts of data and ensuring its long-term storage. The article also highlights some interesting use cases of the Wayback Machine, such as recovering lost content and uncovering deleted webpages. Overall, it provides an insightful look into the importance and functionality of the Internet Archive and its fascinating project, the Wayback Machine.

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