Sometimes we do need some storage mediums to keep some  important files and folders.Digital storage mediums also act as a tools to transfer data,file and folders from one storage to another easily.We have seen the technologies move so fast from a flat floppy disk to hard disk and optical mediums such as CDs and DVDs.Ok, now let me share how long actually lifespan of  this Digital Storage mediums that we all were using almost everyday at anywhere no matter at work or during at home when we use our computer.

1- Floppies

Earlier they were epitomes of data storage, today there were hardly can be found in any PCs with a floppy disk drive.I still own many of this floppies at home.It’s very important back then while i was still studying in Varsity.I need to submit my assignments using these floppy disk to my lecturer.It was so easy to get damaged. The search for a floppy disk is hardly worthwhile as the lifespan is a maximum of five years.

2-Flash memory

USB sticks and memory cards are small, mobile,affordable and some even had high capacity.However it is not suitable for backup mediums.Flash memory did not have control mechanism and function, or at times it failed to fucntion.The lifespan is about five years same like floppies.

3- Optical mediums (CDs and DVDs)

CDs and DVDs are basically suited for backups.But what you need to look out for is to buy the right model.Low branded DVDs and CDs won’t have the same capabilityto stored.Purchased a special long lasting models with a reasonable cost rather than the cheaper one.The most important thing of all is store these optical mediums correctly.A visible scratch on it’s surface, than you’re finished.If you stored it correctly and on the right blanks you can obtain a lifespan of up to 15 years.

4-Hard Disk

As for now nothing gives you more memory for money than hard disks.You can get a lifespan over 10 years if you are using hard disks correctly.Just make sure you stored it right,do not exposed to mechanical pressures.In that case,you should copy the data on a new medium without fail.

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