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Archival Document Storage Explained: Essential Guide to Preserving Your History

Armstrong Archives

Documents play an important role in preserving memories, whether through official records or any number of other materials. However, many of these documents won’t stand the test of time. Archival document storage provides a solution to maintain them indefinitely for future generations to appreciate.

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New Revelations from the Snowden Documents

Schneier on Security

Jake Appelbaum’s PhD thesis contains several new revelations from the classified NSA documents provided to journalists by Edward Snowden. At this point, those documents are more historical than anything else. And it’s unclear who has those archives anymore. Nothing major, but a few more tidbits.

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Digitizing Records: Documentation

National Archives Records Express

Digitization project at Archives 1. National Archives Identifier: 184341402 This is the third in a series of posts supporting the publication of 36 CFR section 1236 subpart E – Digitizing Permanent Records. This is necessary to ensure that the records remain accurate, accessible, and secure.

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Implementing an Archival Display in an in-House Archive

ARMA International

A common misconception is that only financial- and personnel-powerful archives like state and federal archives have the resources to implement an exhibit displaying part of its archival collection. However, you may be surprised what a small or in-house archiving team can accomplish with relatively few resources.

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Choosing to Store, Scan, or Shred Your Documents: A Comprehensive Guide

Armstrong Archives

This reality has made data security increasingly important, requiring a sea change in the way companies handle their documents. At Armstrong Archives , we’re here to help you navigate the transition into the digital age while still maintaining your essential paper files. But don’t worry, Armstrong Archives can help.

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Unwrapping the Archives

The Texas Record

When most people think of archives, the first thing that comes to mind is Indiana Jones swinging on vines and storing artifacts in giant rooms. While that is an interesting popular image, the archives and archivists here at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) are the protectors of documented history.

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Why Climate-Controlled Document Storage is a Must, Especially in Texas

Armstrong Archives

Safeguarding your company’s documents – such as historical records and confidential business files – from our extreme weather conditions is essential for the smooth functioning of your organization. At Armstrong Archives , we understand the importance of preserving your valued documents. This causes documents to deteriorate.