DPX preservation workflow with RAWcooked and fixity checking

Since acquiring a Golden Eye 4 (GE4) scanner here at the Media Archive for Central England (MACE) we've developed a DPX preservation workflow which I've decided to share here, in the hope of feedback and collaboration. Our first DPX scans would be wrapped as uncompressed sequences using 7-Zip in a TAR archive and written to … Continue reading DPX preservation workflow with RAWcooked and fixity checking →

Experiences of an LTO/LTFS beginner

I've finally committed to making my first blog entry about my LTO (Linear Tape-Open) journey, and it's coincided with revisiting my Daft Punk albums so forgive the Technologic inspired chapter titles! With grateful thanks to all those who've encouraged this blog. I hope it's helpful to some go-it-alone LTOers.  Disclaimer: I'm formerly a videographer and … Continue reading Experiences of an LTO/LTFS beginner →