The Internet Archive has begun streaming live from its California scanning center, offering viewers a glimpse into the process of digitizing fragile film cards. From 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET, the livestream demonstrates how documents on microfiche are transformed into searchable digital records. This initiative, part of Democracy's Library, aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of public records. The livestream highlights the meticulous work required to maintain democracy's documentary heritage, affirming the importance of active preservation efforts.
If you're confused about what exactly you're watching on the livestream, scanning operators are specifically working with documents on microfiche, a flat piece of film containing microphotographs of the pages of documents.
Transparency can't be passive-it must be built, maintained, and seen. That's what this livestream is all about,
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