Given stable storage conditions, almost any paper will last a very
long time. I've worked on sheets of 2,300 yr. old papyrus (similar,
in a way, to modern newsprint) and it was in reasonable condition.
The toner used in laser printers (and photocopy machines) is carbon
black in a plastic matrix. If the pages are printed on both sides
it would be possible for them to begin sticking together after some
time in storage, esp. if they are packed tightly.
Just a thought.
Jack
> by "Mary Ann Paul" <aggie_archy@hotmail.com>
>Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 18:03:18 -0600
>From: "Mary Ann Paul" <aggie_archy@hotmail.com>
>Subject: Re: Paper
>
>Well basically long term storage of data printed from a laser printer. The
>paper needs to last as long as possible.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Mary Ann
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