[Techtalk] Sending floppy disks thru the mail

[H. Peter Anvin]

Liz Young wrote:
> On Thursday 12 September 2002 06:23 pm, Arashi wrote:
> 
>>This is a general question:  what are the chances of a floppy disk
>>getting corrupted when it's sent overseas via air mail?
>>
> 
> Hi Berenice,
> 
> Years ago, I received a package of software (three floppies) through the 
> U.S. Mail that were damaged (twice).  The good set was finally sent in 
> a cardboard disc package labeled "Software Enclosed!  DO NOT X-RAY!".  
> That might be worth a try.
> 

In general, modern 3.5" floppy disks should be pretty safe, however, if 
you have a choice send a CD-ROM instead.

	-hpa