In today’s digital newsrooms, a software or hardware crash can wipe out decades of texts, photos, videos and applications. Further, digital archives can become obsolete if they aren’t adapted to evolving formats and systems. A 2014 study by the Reynolds Journalism Institute shows that 17 percent of online-only organizations already have experienced just this kind of damage. Come learn how to keep your content alive and accessible for future generations.
Speakers
Edward McCain - Digital Curator of Journalism, Reynolds Journalism Institute / MU Libraries
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Ben Welsh - Database Producer, Los Angeles Times
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