LIS 531K Archiving and Preserving Digital Media
Preservation and retention of media in digital environments is an increasing issue for archival repositories. This course focuses on video and sound media but also includes some general discussion of digital preservation. Topics include the evolution of sound and moving image media into a digital world, description and history of moving image formats, ethical and 'rights' issues, and digital asset management. Please note: This is a new course being offered beginning in the 2005-2006 academic year.
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