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Fawdaw Mirror: 7 Years of Digital Archiving atelle

For the past seven years, I've been curating a passion project called Fawdaw Mirror, and what a journey it's been! What started as a mere experiment utilizing some surplus storage space on my web server has evolved into a significant digital archive.

In the early days, back when Fawdaw Mirror first saw the light of the internet, it hosted a modest collection of 177 files amounting to a total of 57 GB. At that point, it was just a fun side endeavor, something to tinker with in my spare time.

However, as time went on, I found myself contemplating shutting it down. It seemed like an unnecessary burden on my resources. But before making any hasty decisions, I decided to do a bit of digging. To my surprise, I discovered that the site was not only active but also being actively utilized. It had garnered links from various forums, indicating its value within certain communities.

This revelation was a turning point. It made me realize that Fawdaw Mirror served a purpose beyond just being a personal project. It had become a resource, albeit unintended, for individuals seeking specific files and data.

Back in the old days, the site looked like this:

Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20171206040300/https://mirror.fawdaw.com/

Fast forward to today, and Fawdaw Mirror has flourished. With 860 files now stored within its digital vaults, totaling a substantial 228 GB, it has become a comprehensive repository for a variety of materials.

One notable testament to its utility is its recognition as the most complete mirror on platforms like elinux.org. It's humbling to see how something that began as a simple experiment has grown into a valuable resource within its niche.

As I reflect on the journey of Fawdaw Mirror over the past decade, I'm filled with a sense of pride and gratitude. What started as a small-scale project fueled by curiosity has evolved into a testament to the power of digital archiving and community collaboration.

Here's to another decade of preserving digital history, one file at a time. Together, we're shaping the future of digital preservation.

You can view the Fawdaw Mirror project on mirror.fawdaw.com.

Projects Published 2024.03.26 21:24:45

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