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Copy That Floppy! Cambridge guide for preserving data from fragile floppy disks

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Summary

An in-depth practical guide from the Cambridge Digital Preservation group on imaging floppy disks for long-term preservation. It outlines steps from identifying the disk type and sourcing hardware to flux-level imaging, analysis, and disk image creation, with emphasis on preserving data integrity and handling hazardous materials safely. The article also provides hardware options (Greaseweazle, Kryoflux, Applesauce), workflow checklists, and resources for further help.

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