Over several years, there has been growing pressure to open the archive for historical research and for survivors to have direct access.

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However, the further retention of the data should be allowed where it is necessary for historical, statistical and scientific research purposes, for exercising the right of freedom of expression, when required by law, or where there is a reason to restrict the processing of the data instead of erasing them.

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It was designed and formulated by CEA Market Research, the most comprehensive source of sales data, forecasts, consumer research and historical trends for the consumer electronics industry.

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There is also historical research to be done: for instance, what causes that meddlesome black-drop effect?

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The research mentioned above is also validated by examining the historical marketing data for companies that thrived during the Great Depression.

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