Objectives

Chapter 11 details the equipment and processes used to store digital images. Software, including browsers, cataloging applications, and workflow applications are discussed. Suggestions are made for metadata and naming of files. The chapter ends with an overview of concerns specific to archiving film and prints.

After reading this chapter you should be able to:

1. Understand the range of digital storage devices.
2. Understand the need for duplicating files.
3. Utilize metadata to help organize digital images.
4. Compare and evaluate workflow and cataloging applications.
5. Develop a backup strategy.
6. Understand archival materials and practices for prints and negatives.