A Suggestion
dignome
Join Date: 2003-08-04 Member: 18853Members, Constellation, Reinforced - Shadow
Join Date: 2003-08-04 Member: 18853Members, Constellation, Reinforced - Shadow
For maps officially accepted into the NS mod, why not make it a requirement to submit the source .map to the team as well. They could store it on a disk or some other removable media safely. (cds have a shelf life of 60/70 years) And, by request, send the source to the author if something should happen. (Or if the author leaves the community he may assign someone else to make the changes, unless told by the author not to continue it)
That is the hardest thing to replace. Textures, sounds and all other things can easily be redone. It's sad to see some of the best maps become lost when the mapper formats and forgets to backup the files or in a hard drive failure. I'm glad that ns_nancy will be coming back, but I really liked ns_bast. (I'm probably the only one that liked it though)
That is the hardest thing to replace. Textures, sounds and all other things can easily be redone. It's sad to see some of the best maps become lost when the mapper formats and forgets to backup the files or in a hard drive failure. I'm glad that ns_nancy will be coming back, but I really liked ns_bast. (I'm probably the only one that liked it though)
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That is the hardest thing to replace. Textures, sounds and all other things can easily be redone. It's sad to see some of the best maps become lost when the mapper formats and forgets to backup the files or in a hard drive failure. I'm glad that ns_nancy will be coming back, but I really liked ns_bast. (I'm probably the only one that liked it though) <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'> <!--QuoteEEnd-->
A good idea and it has already happened. Flayra requires the BSP and the RMF/MAP file because of what happened to Bast and Nancy.
~ DarkATi
Backup is your friend. <!--emo&:)--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/smile.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='smile.gif'><!--endemo-->
also if there is a fire, just take your backup cd, and not the hole computer
parts can be replaced, data cant
amckern
If we put it on cd we only have 5 to 10 years left to make a backup of that <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif'><!--endemo-->
<a href='http://www.m2com.com/cdfaqs.html' target='_blank'>The FAQ</a>
DVD recorables on the other hand have a lifetime of 100 years (or so I was told)
4.7gb for a file of 5 to 10 mb... Ah wel just put your entire half-life directory on it to so you can play ns and map just about anywhere where there is a dvd player <!--emo&:D--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='biggrin.gif'><!--endemo-->
<!--QuoteBegin--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><b>QUOTE</b> </td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin-->The shelf life of an unrecorded disc has been estimated at between 5 and 10 years.<!--QuoteEnd--></td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'><!--QuoteEEnd-->
^Why would you store a blank disc again?
Why would you constantly be using a backup disc? I'm going to go ahead and believe the 60/70 year information, as I have cd-rs from the 80's that still work...with no data loss. With all the information out there on the internet, they are correct. Manufacturing standards do change. Cd's aren't made from the exact same materials from year to year. And, if you misuse or improperly store the cd, it will be messed up very shortly. That's why I have all my cd's in jewel cases and not laying around on a table or something just waiting to be scratched up...especially the important stuff.
<!--QuoteBegin--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><b>QUOTE</b> </td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin-->Q: What is the unrecorded shelf life of CD-R Media? How long can I store a CD-R disc before I record on it?
A: Media manufacturers estimate the shelf life of CD-R media to be between 5 and 10 years.
Q: How long will data recorded on a CD-R disc remain readable?
A: Lifetime estimation of any storage medium is a very complex and statistics-based process. Improper testing or measurement procedures can seriously impact and compromise lifetime estimates. ANSI Committee IT-9 is currently developing comprehensive guidelines for CD-ROM and CD-R life estimation. The CD-R media manufacturers have performed extensive media longevity studies using these industry defined tests and mathematical modeling techniques, with results claiming longevity from 70 years to over 200 years. The primary caveat is how you handle and store the media. With proper handling and storage, your CD-Rs will outlive you. <!--QuoteEnd--></td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'><!--QuoteEEnd-->
<!--QuoteBegin--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><b>QUOTE</b> </td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin-->Wow dude, you scare everyone away with your fire disasters <!--emo&:p--><img src='http://www.unknownworlds.com/forums/html/emoticons/tounge.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='tounge.gif'><!--endemo--><!--QuoteEnd--></td></tr></table><span class='postcolor'><!--QuoteEEnd-->
When U live in australia, with at least 3 threats each xmas, you gota leran the best way to save your ****, and data
amckern