internetarchive 5 months ago

Once the lifeblood of online creativity—from silly games to iconic animations—Flash has all but disappeared from the live web. In our latest Vanishing Culture essay, free-range archivist Jason Scott explores why Flash deserves to be preserved, and how the Internet Archive is keeping it alive. 🔗

Vanishing Culture: Why Preserve Flash? | Internet Archive Blogs

🕳️ #VanishingCulture

internetarchive 6 months ago

This October, the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is projected to hit a once-in-a-generation milestone: 1 trillion web pages archived. We’ll be commemorating this historic achievement on October 22 with a global celebration. Learn how you can take part ➡️

Wayback Machine to Hit ‘Once-in-a-Generation Milestone’ this October: One Trillion Web Pages Archived | Internet Archive Blogs

#Wayback1T #WaybackMachine

internetarchive 6 months ago

Not scanning? Still streaming! 📡 Our livestream runs around the clock. After microfiche scanning hours (Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM–midnight PT / GMT+8), enjoy a curated mix of vintage footage, films, and more from the #InternetArchive. Tune in ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/live/aPg2V5RVh7U

internetarchive 6 months ago

Big update: The Internet Archive has launched a new version of GifCities, the search engine for vintage GeoCities GIFs. It's now easier to explore the glitter, chaos, and charm of early web animation. Search better. Share better. Blink more. Learn more:

Keep on GIFin’ — A New Version of GifCities, Internet Archive’s GeoCities Animated GIF Search Engine! | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 9 months ago

This National Library Week, we're celebrating the power of libraries to endure—even in the face of unprecedented challenges. In our latest Vanishing Culture essay, @npub1fl6v...kwvj shares why preserving the library system matters now more than ever:

Vanishing Culture: Preserving the Library System | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 9 months ago

More books & periodicals are online than any library can hold. Should we rethink how we access & navigate them? @BBCWorldService The Forum explores the past, present & future of libraries with Brewster Kahle, Randa Chidiac & Dr. Andrew Hui. 🎧 Listen now: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct5jy0 #DigitalLibraries #FutureOfLibraries #KnowledgeForAll @npub1fl6v...kwvj @npub1xrj3...9q43

internetarchive 10 months ago

How the Wayback Machine is preserving outdated government websites

The Wayback Machine is helping preserve the record of government websites before they were changed by the Trump administration. CBS News Confirmed

internetarchive 1 year ago

New Feature Alert: Access archived webpages directly through Google Search, now featuring a link to the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine. 🔗

New Feature Alert: Access Archived Webpages Directly Through Google Search | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 1 year ago

Why is it important to preserve 78rpm recordings? As audio preservation expert George Blood explains, "78rpm discs were the way we learned about each other and entertained the world."

Vanishing Culture: On 78s | Internet Archive Blogs

#VanishingCulture

internetarchive 1 year ago

So what happened last Friday in court with Hachette v. Internet Archive, the publishers' lawsuit against our library? Check out updates in our new post:

What happened last Friday in Hachette v. Internet Archive? | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 1 year ago

Sorry to say, archive.org is under a ddos attack. The data is not affected, but most services are unavailable. We are working on it & will post updates in comments.

internetarchive 2 years ago

Sierra Christmas Card 1986: A Computer Christmas

Internet Archive

Sierra Christmas Card 1986: A Computer Christmas : Sierra On-Line : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

#preservation

internetarchive 2 years ago

When the clock strikes midnight on January 1, works of art & culture from 1928 will enter the public domain in the US, meaning they can be remixed & reused in new creative works. And 1928 was a big year, thanks to a famous mouse... Join our celebrations:

Weird Tales from the Public Domain: Freeing Culture from Corporate Captivity | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 2 years ago

Internet Archive's Director of Library Services, @npub1ecxm...v09g, was on Wisconsin Public Radio's "The Morning Show" today, discussing the publishers' lawsuit & why access to information is important for readers everywhere: https://www.wpr.org/shows/libraries-weigh-future-free-e-books-publishers-sue-limits

internetarchive 2 years ago

Whether you’re a serious gamer or just looking for a break in the day, the Flash Games Software Library has options for any level of computer gaming. 🕹️ Even better, the games can be played right in your browser! ▶️

Internet Archive: Digital Library of Free & Borrowable Texts, Movies, Music & Wayback Machine

internetarchive 2 years ago

Washer on the fritz? Can't figure out why that light is blinking on your dashboard? 📒 Check out our collection of >3 million manuals spanning various topics – from household items to tech to crafts and beyond!

Internet Archive: Digital Library of Free & Borrowable Texts, Movies, Music & Wayback Machine

internetarchive 2 years ago

For citizen journalist Sarah Barry, the Wayback Machine is a critical tool for locating and preserving public health information. Learn more about Sarah's work in our latest profile:

Citizen Journalist Traces the Science to Debunk Public Health Misinformation | Internet Archive Blogs

#EmpoweringResearch

internetarchive 2 years ago

With digital libraries in the news, ever wondered how the field got its start? Join us next week for a chat with Oya Rieger, one of the early leaders & educators in the movement to digitize collections for preservation & use online. 📅 8/24 @ 10am PT 🎟️

Book Talk: Moving Theory Into Practice | Internet Archive Blogs

internetarchive 2 years ago

What the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision means for our library:

What the Hachette v. Internet Archive Decision Means for Our Library | Internet Archive Blogs

#DigitalRightsForLibraries

internetarchive 2 years ago

“When people want to listen to music they go to Spotify. When people want to study sound recordings as they were originally created, they go to libraries like the Internet Archive. Both are needed. There shouldn’t be conflict here.” - @npub1fl6v...kwvj Read our full statement about the recording industry lawsuit against our library:

Internet Archive Responds to Recording Industry Lawsuit Targeting Obsolete Media | Internet Archive Blogs