JOURNAL ARTICLE

RIP optical discs?

  • Published In: APC (Future Publishing Ltd.), 2025, n. 544. P. 15 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Honeyball, Jon 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the decline of optical discs as Sony shuts down its manufacturing facilities. It reflects on the history of optical media, from the early days of CD audio to the rise of rewritable DVDs and Blu-rays. The author suggests considering raw hard disks for long-term data storage and highlights the availability of second-hand CD and DVD/BD material for entertainment purposes. The article encourages exploring alternative options for data storage and entertainment consumption as optical discs phase out. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:APC (Future Publishing Ltd.). 2025/04, Issue 544, p15
  • Document Type:Product Review
  • Subject Area:Computer Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:07254415
  • Accession Number:184213678
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