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“Right now our blog on the presence of tape at EMC World is seeing twice as much traffic as all the other EMC World related content. Why? Many of our readers are coming to the obvious conclusion that tape, despite the negative marketing, is still an optimal way to protect and archive their information.”

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George Arthur Crump

George Arthur Crump was a renowned golf course architect. Born in 1871 and passed away on January 24, 1918, Crump is known for his unique insights and exceptional contributions to the field of golf course design. His work is still highly regarded by golf enthusiasts today. more

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