The Windows 95 start-up chime has been added to the Library of Congress

The National Recording Registry has announced its 2025 inductees, including the Microsoft Windows 95 reboot chime and the Minecraft soundtrack, immortalizing geeky sounds in the Library of Congress. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden describes these audio treasures as representative of America’s history and culture. The selection also includes music from various genres such as the original Broadway cast recording of Hamilton and Miles Davis’ album Bitches Brew.

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