by DatacomIT | Oct 26, 2023 | Digital Preservation, Digitisation
The Digital Dark Age is a term coined by Terry Kuny in 1997 as a warning about the potential loss of digital information and emphasises the importance of digital preservation efforts. To prevent or mitigate this scenario, organisations, institutions, and individuals...
by DatacomIT | Oct 18, 2023 | Digital Preservation, Digitisation
WEBINAR INVITE Date: Thursday 2 November 2023 (World Digital Preservation Day)Time: 2pm – 3pm (AEDT)Location: 1 hour online webinar (webinar link will be sent after registration) World Digital Preservation Day is dedicated to raising awareness about the...
by DatacomIT | Sep 27, 2023 | Microfilm Scanner, Digitisation, Microfilm Scanning
Purchasing a refurbished STViewScan Microfilm scanner can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option for individuals or institutions that need microfilm scanning capabilities. Refurbished scanners are thoroughly inspected, repaired, and tested to ensure...
by DatacomIT | Sep 13, 2023 | Digital Preservation, Digitisation
Failing to digitise historical material could deprive future generations of valuable knowledge, insights, and cultural heritage. Digitisation plays a critical role in preserving and sharing the past with the generations to come. By digitising historical material, we...
by DatacomIT | Aug 2, 2023 | Digitisation, Photographic Scanning, Scanning
Many old photographs and negatives can degrade over time due to factors like exposure to light, humidity, and temperature fluctuations. Most traditional photographs, such as black-and-white prints and colour photographs, rely on light-sensitive chemicals to capture...
by DatacomIT | Jul 4, 2023 | Microform Scanning, Digitisation, Scanning
Microforms, such as microfilm, microfiche and aperture cards will deteriorate over time due to factors like aging, moisture, and handling. Ageing: Microforms are typically made of cellulose acetate, which are susceptible to ageing. Overtime, the base material can...
