Long Term Preservation of Electronic Materials

Title:Long Term Preservation of Electronic Materials
Editors:The Marc Fresko Consultancy
Report ID: British Library R&D Report 6238
Date:1995

A report of a workshop organised by JISC/British Library, held at the University of Warwick on 27/28 November 1995.

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Abstract (from the Chairmen's Summary)

The aims of the workshop were to:

• explore strategic options for developing and managing electronic archives;
• consider possible collection policies for electronic materials;
• consider preservation policies;
• examine practical implications of the various options;
• propose research and action needed, to resolve/shed light on the issues discussed.

We believe that these aims were met. Attendees listened attentively to several original and well-informed presentations from experienced practitioners. These presentations are reproduced in the body of this report. Resulting from these presentations, and from the lively discussions which followed them, eighteen action points were identified (see "Action Points" below). These points will form a realistic framework for us to structure our early activities to promote understanding and knowledge of this important field.

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