Q. What is an M-Disc? Why would I want to use one? What could I use it for?
Someone told me I should use an M-Disc to archive my family history records. Could you tell me about them? Does the Library have the equipment to create an M-Disc?
It is excellent for archiving precious digital data such as family histories and photo albums.
It can hold files of any type & can be an exact copy of a pre-existing DVD.
M-Disc can be read on any computer which can read a DVD.
M-Discs are presumed to last 1,000 years whereas a normal DVD is only rated to last about 7-10 years before possibly degrading. The difference between the two and what makes M-Discs special, is the data-containing part of the disc is made with a ceramic instead of a biodegrading polymer (plastic). A specific type of DVD burner is required to create M-discs. The Religion/Family History Department in the library has two burners. Religion/Family History also has M-Discs available for $3.60 per disc. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own discs when numerous discs will be needed for large projects.
