Sorry, misread that. Missed optical discs.
Not sure I would trust them over time however, as they can warp, get scratched, crack fairly easily etc.
For archiving important docs, I buy 64GB flash drives and put them in baggies in a safe to keep the moisture out. And because they are relatively inexpensive, one can do this multiple times so if there is one failure, you have another copy.
Store your flash drive in an anti-static bag and place it in a fireproof safe.
For archiving important docs, I buy 64GB flash drives and put them in baggies in a safe to keep the moisture out. And because they are relatively inexpensive, one can do this multiple times so if there is one failure, you have another copy.
You do understand that when you program flash, you're essentially charging a capacitor, right? And that, like all capacitors, the charge in flash leaks off?
Last time I looked into it, flash was only rated to hold its charge for about 10 years.
Flash drives, especially with USB3 are also MUCH faster.
Optical media is all but obsolete, IMO.
Requires a stronger laser burner to affect the metal in the disc.
Capacity is at DVD level.
If you really want to keep them dry, I suggest a desiccant material be put in the baggie also. Mainly an issue if you lose electrical power.
Isn’t excessive dryness potentially damaging? Static electricity or some such?