[comp.periphs] 8mm tape reliability

david@bdt.UUCP (David Beckemeyer) (09/29/90)

I have heard rumors (second hand) which imply that 8mm tapes
are not stable for long-term storage and that they may not
be as reliable as 9-track tape.

These rumors may be getting started by 9-track tape sales reps.
I don't know.  Using 8mm tape on Suns we have yet to have any
problems.

Can anyone give me any "real-world" views on it?

Thanks.
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