Jörg Schilling has died (minnie.tuhs.org)

Article summary

Jörg Schilling, a developer known for his work on cdrtools and other software, has passed away. The details of his life and work are not available in the article, but comments from the community reveal his impact on the development of CD burning software and his contributions to various projects. He was also known for creating Schillix, the first OpenSolaris-based distro. His software had a significant influence on the Linux community, particularly in the early 2000s.

Main themes

• Jörg Schilling's legacy
• CD burning software
• Digital media longevity
• Data preservation
• Linux community
• OpenSolaris
• Software development

What commenters say

• Jörg Schilling's software, particularly cdrtools, was reliable and widely used in the early 2000s.
• His work on CD burning software was instrumental in making Linux a viable option for many users.
• The longevity of digital media is a concern, with some arguing that physical media like CDs and DVDs are more durable than hard drives or flash drives.
• Others believe that the cost and practicality of using archival-grade media make it less accessible for storing large amounts of data.
• The importance of organizing and preserving personal data, such as photos and videos, is a key consideration for many commenters.
• Some argue that printing physical copies of photos and storing them in albums is a more reliable method of preservation than relying on digital media.
• The use of checksums and verification methods, like sha256sum, can help ensure the integrity of data stored on digital media.
• The choice of media for long-term storage depends on various factors, including the materials used, development quality, and usage model.