Thread: Which format is best for long-term storage?
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Old 07-30-2014, 11:24 PM   #87
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Originally Posted by kovidgoyal View Post
As for long term storage, simply store the original file. It is never a good idea to lose the originals.

And if you have no faith in the longevity of calibre, convert to EPUB in addition to keeping the originals.
^^ This. Mainly the first part. But definitely the second part too.

(FWIW, I don't bother storing EPUB if it isn't the source, because I Have Faith In You.)
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