I never said it was "bad".  I just mentioned that the actual physical
tape is something that you would put in a camcorder vs. something that
yes, you could use as a doorstop.  In my opinion something you could use
as a doorstop is a bit more rugged than something you would put in a
camcorder.

Paul C.

On Tue, 2003-08-05 at 20:21, Yura Pismerov wrote:

>         Same here.
>         Over 3 years with Spectralogic Treefrog AIT-2 and counting...
>         So I can confirm that AIT is a good technology.
>
>
> Dave Werth wrote:
> >
> > Richard,
> >
> > We've been using AIT-2 for several years with no problems.  We have 2 drives
> > in a Spectralogic Bullfrog changer.  I like the relatively smaller size of
> > the cartridges compared to DLT tapes.  I think it's close to a 4 to 1 ratio
> > of AIT form factor to DLT form factor.  Other than that they are both good
> > choices for backups.
> >
> > David Werth
> > UPS Aviation Technologies
> > (formerly: II Morrow)
> > Salem, Oregon
> > iim1dfw AT at.ups DOT com
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: rich bonfoey [mailto:rich.bonfoey AT MAIL.TRIBNET DOT COM]
> > Sent: Tuesday, August 05, 2003 12:07 PM
> > To: NETWORKER AT LISTMAIL.TEMPLE DOT EDU
> > Subject: [Networker] AIT
> >
> > Hello
> >
> > I am curious if any one is using AIT tape technology.  I would be
> > interested in any pro's and cons that you might be willing to share.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > Richard L. Bonfoey
> > The News Tribune
> > Information Systems
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