DAT questions

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2 total messages Started by Daniel Berger Mon, 09 Nov 1992 22:54

#847

Author: Daniel Berger
Date: Mon, 09 Nov 1992 22:54

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This may be part of a FAQ, but I do not read this group, so...

- Is there a general opinion about the difference between data DAT
tapes and audio DAT tapes?  Should one not use audio DAT tapes for
data backup?

- Does anyone have a recommendation for inexpensive, reliable source for
purchasing data DAT tapes?

Thanks
dhb

Re: DAT questions

#855

Author: Mark Simms
Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1992 13:25

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>> - Is there a general opinion about the difference between data DAT
>> tapes and audio DAT tapes?  Should one not use audio DAT tapes for
>> data backup?

General opinion is varied.  Many people use audio tapes.  Some have
problems with them.  High quality audio tapes will probably work well
but will cost as much as a data grade tape.

>> - Does anyone have a recommendation for inexpensive, reliable source for
>> purchasing data DAT tapes?

Interestingly enough, HP brand tapes tend to work out among the
cheapest.  This may seem a little surprising so check around.  Also,
it is cheaper to buy them from a dealer than direct from HP.

Mark Simms

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Name:         Mark Simms
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