"Although all CD-Rs look the same, research and laboratory testing by some of the most prestigious archiving departments in Australia have proved that not all CD-Rs are equal.In fact, results show there are incredible differences in original quality and longevity. Some record data well initially but deteriorate shortly afterwards, whereas others maintain stability over a number of years. Rodney Appleyard reports on the CD-Rs that have met the approval of the ABC, the National Library of Australia, the National Archives of Australia and the State Library of Victoria, and the ones that did not make the grade."

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