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Understanding Bitrot: What It Is and How It Can Affect Your Digital Data

Bitrot, also known as bit-rot or data decay, is a phenomenon that occurs when digital data becomes corrupted or starts to degrade over time. It can be caused by various factors, such as hardware or software errors, magnetic decay, or even cosmic rays. Bitrot can lead to the loss or corruption of important information, including ...