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Tip
17 Aug 2026
Tips for the governance of AI-generated and synthetic data
CIOs need a lifecycle policy for AI generated and synthetic data. Learn how to set lifecycle policies and manage the risks of this type of data. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Aug 2026
Energy efficient storage architecture in the AI era
AI has turned power into a bottleneck, making energy-efficient storage design and intelligent tiering central to cutting down on watts and freeing capacity for AI. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Dec 2024
HDDs to remain dominant storage footprint in 2025
HDDs will retain their top storage spot in the new year despite advances in flash, analysts say. Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Dec 2024
5 data storage and infrastructure megatrends to watch in 2025
2025 looks to pick up where 2024 left off in the storage and infrastructure departments, with potential advancements in AI, object storage and hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
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News
17 Dec 2024
Kioxia IPO seeks $800 million
Kioxia is going public in an effort to better compete with major players in the flash market. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Dec 2024
What is pay-as-you-go cloud computing (PAYG cloud computing)?
Pay-as-you-go cloud computing, or PAYG cloud computing, is a payment method for cloud computing that charges based on usage. The practice is similar to that of utility bills, using only resources that are needed. Continue Reading
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Report
09 Dec 2024
TechTarget Storage Products of the Year nomination form
Nominate your favorite or best storage products for the annual TechTarget Storage Products of the Year awards. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Dec 2024
Could the AI era open a new frontier for object storage?
Object storage has seen a steady progression over the years. Explore this evolution and several products that seek to capitalize on its performance, specifically for AI. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
Project Silica takes archive data through the looking glass
As data grows, so does the need to store it. Microsoft's Project Silica is offering an archive alternative to tape with the promise of permanence. Continue Reading
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News
03 Dec 2024
Amazon S3 adds new capabilities for data lakes
The cloud object storage standard gains capabilities at re:Invent, including metadata generation and a managed table service. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Dec 2024
Block vs. file vs. object storage: Differences explained
Object storage has surged in popularity, but block and file still have clearly defined uses. Access, metadata and performance are among admins' key considerations. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Nov 2024
What is cloud testing? An introduction to testing in the cloud
Cloud testing is the process of using the cloud computing resources of a third-party service provider to test software applications. Continue Reading
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News
27 Nov 2024
45Drives adds to high-performance portfolio to embrace AI
High performance is just one characteristic needed for AI storage; another is bulk storage for data not currently in use. 45Drives is offering customized offerings for both. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Nov 2024
Immutable storage: What it is, why it's used and how it works
A major benefit of immutable storage is insurance against many forms of data loss, such as malicious deletion. It's not infallible, but positives outweigh the potential drawbacks. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Nov 2024
Tips to reduce the environmental impact of data storage
Data storage technology can harm the environment. Choose efficient strategies and green-friendly cloud providers to help reduce the environmental impact of data storage. Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2024
Microsoft Ignite sparks third-party storage, backup offers
A flurry of storage and backup news has emerged around Microsoft Ignite, including from Dell, as it looks to support hybrid cloud customers and establish solid footing with Azure. Continue Reading
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News
18 Nov 2024
Storj CEO Winegar: Distributed storage uptake big in 2025
The new CEO looks to increase enterprise adoption of distributed storage with SOC 2 compliance and new capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
15 Nov 2024
MinIO ups object storage ante for AI
MinIO is making a case for object to be the storage protocol for AI. But one analyst says the market has yet to decide. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2024
Latest version of Vdura Data Platform aimed at enterprise AI
Vdura Data Platform version 11 focuses on a microservices-based architecture and composable hardware for performance and capacity, which includes utilizing HDDs. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Nov 2024
8 ways enterprises can enhance object storage security
Object storage is a popular method for storing data, so security is critical. Access is a big piece, extending across several of the eight security best practices here. Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2024
Micron, Solidigm bring new high-capacity SSDs to market
Micron and Solidigm are launching new high-density SSDs that add to a growing market. AI workloads and hyperscalers are driving the demand. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Nov 2024
Data retention and destruction policy template: Free download
The downloadable data retention and destruction policy template here will help with compliance. Use this structure to develop other IT data management policies. Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2024
NetApp expands flash and hybrid arrays for edge and AI apps
NetApp aims new storage arrays at the mid-market and drops Astra data management into Trident. Continue Reading
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News
08 Nov 2024
Tintri VMstore adds CSI support for Kubernetes
Tintri has added a container storage interface to its VMstore offering, a move that provides customers with management and metrics for Kubernetes and has been years in the making. Continue Reading
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News
06 Nov 2024
Pure offers fully managed VMware migration to Azure
Pure Storage is looking for ways to differentiate its offerings in hybrid environments. A key use case: data migration, according to one analyst. Continue Reading
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News
01 Nov 2024
MinIO ups performance for Arm
Different processors and different storage vendors look for ways to optimize themselves for AI workloads. Here one builds off another, amplifying benefits for customers. Continue Reading
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News
01 Nov 2024
Panzura CloudFS expands cloud data tiering and VM migrations
Panzura leans further into data management with its latest CloudFS data management capabilities, but still has distance to close with the competition. Continue Reading
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News
30 Oct 2024
Scality aims to build speed for object storage with Ring XP
Scality's Ring XP utilizes all-flash storage hardware with a stripped-down software-defined storage platform. The service brings fast access times for object storage on-premises. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2024
Physical vs. virtual memory: How the two types compare
Physical memory wasn't enough for storage systems. Computer architects created virtual memory to ease the performance burden and work alongside the physical form. Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2024
Dell PowerMax uses AI for storage performance, efficiency
Dell PowerMax 10.2 uses the company's AI to optimize dynamic cache, while also building out data protection and using Apex's multi-cloud features. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2024
AI agents a new focus for backup and storage vendors
The next big generative AI gambit for enterprise IT vendors lies in AI agents, which storage and data protection vendors see as an opportunity to offer new services. Continue Reading
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News
17 Oct 2024
Western Digital begins to ship 32 TB HDDs
WD has jumped up to higher densities in its HDD line, shipping 32 TB SMR and 26 TB CMR drives as drop-in replacements to bring higher capacities to clouds and OEMs. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Oct 2024
RAID 5 vs. RAID 10
RAID is a staple for backup and storage administrators who want to create redundancy and protect data. RAID 5 and RAID 10 offer similar benefits, but is one better than the other? Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Oct 2024
RAID 1 vs. RAID 5
Neither RAID 1 nor RAID 5 is clearly better than the other, but there are several areas to compare the two to find the right option for your organization. Continue Reading
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News
02 Oct 2024
Vast Data unveils Cosmos in a push to advance enterprise AI
Vast Data held its Cosmos event, which helped solidify the direction the company is headed and highlighted its community to support AI in the enterprise. Continue Reading
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News
01 Oct 2024
Vast unveils InsightEngine, a move to support enterprise AI
Vast released InsightEngine to bring real-time retrieval-augmented generation into its data platform as it prepares for growing enterprise adoption of AI. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Sep 2024
Modernizing storage with purpose in the AI era
With the latest updates delivered at Insight 2024, NetApp aims to deliver data storage simplification that enterprises will require to succeed in the AI era. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Sep 2024
Why the AI era requires an intelligent data infrastructure
NetApp aims to build infrastructure to 'bridge the chasm' that exists between cloud-based AI models and an organization's on-premises data management environment. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Sep 2024
What is wear leveling?
Wear leveling is a process that is designed to extend the life of solid-state storage devices. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2024
NetApp sees data management as its future
A shared metadata namespace searchable through BlueXP and a disaggregated storage architecture for faster generative AI data ingestion will kickstart NetApp's shift into new markets. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2024
NetApp integrates security, adds hardware for GenAI future
NetApp executives see a disaggregated future for its storage hardware and software into data management, but industry analysts question how storage admins will handle these duties. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2024
Pure Storage's new file service looks to clean up legacy mess
Pure Storage's Real-Time Enterprise file service gives a simplified look into file data across the enterprise. It's also offering a VM assessment tool and universal credits program. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2024
An intro to CAMM memory and how it compares with DIMMs
Compression attached memory modules, or CAMMs, are making news as a potential replacement for DRAM DIMMs. How big of a future do they have? Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Sep 2024
Compare 3 differences in self-managed and Open-Channel SSDs
Open-Channel SSDs can be beneficial but only in the right uses. There are three key differences to analyze with their management as compared to self-managed SSDs. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Sep 2024
The 'on-premises as-a-service' genie is out of the bottle
While on-premises storage as a service has been around for a few years, it's having a moment. Organizations seek simplicity, and vendors are ready with offerings. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Sep 2024
AI model training drives up demand for high-bandwidth memory
Developed over a decade ago, high-bandwidth memory is experiencing a sharp uptick in popularity due to the demand for high-end GPUs from chipmakers like Nvidia. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2024
Panzura unveils first offering after Moonwalk acquisition
After acquiring data management vendor Moonwalk in July, Panzura is debuting its next verse with the release of Panzura Symphony, a data orchestration service. Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2024
Arcitecta Mediaflux goes multi-site, to the edge and bursts
Arcitecta has partnered with Dell to increase data transfer speeds across geographies, at the edge and during hours when compute resources are in demand. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2024
Compare 5 Ceph alternatives for storage
This list of Ceph alternatives can provide a good starting point for better understanding what's available and the issues to look for during the storage decision-making process. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Sep 2024
Compare Box vs. Dropbox enterprise storage platforms
Both Box and Dropbox offer features and integrations that any modern enterprise could use for its cloud storage. Choosing between Box vs. Dropbox depends on various factors. Continue Reading
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News
04 Sep 2024
VMware bundles vSAN, but keeps third-party storage support
The forthcoming VCF 9 update will expand vVols technology to Broadcom's VMware private cloud platform, enabling enterprises to integrate VCF into existing storage architecture. Continue Reading
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News
29 Aug 2024
Hammerspace-Arrow appliances eye AI market
Hammerspace is prepacking its Global Data Platform software onto Arrow Electronics hardware, offering appliances to customers for easier deployment. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Aug 2024
Backup strategy for small businesses 101
Small businesses must review data protection needs and choose a backup strategy accordingly. This ensures that they meet requirements without going over budget. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Aug 2024
What is NetApp?
NetApp, formerly Network Appliance, Inc., is a multinational corporation in the computer technologies industry specializing in data storage hardware, software and cloud services. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Aug 2024
An overview of storage firmware and the importance of updates
While challenges exist, IT teams that fail to update their storage firmware in a timely manner could put their data and organizations at significant risk. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2024
Western Digital split could benefit HDD, flash storage users
Though the storage market won't be massively changed by the split of Western Digital, it could benefit customers of each new company. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
23 Aug 2024
How to create Azure Blob Storage accounts
Follow these steps and best practices for how to create Azure Blob Storage. Keep security in mind as you move through the important, detailed process. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Aug 2024
Get to know the archive bit and its role in data backup
Good data management is key to protecting critical files. A tool like the archive bit can help ensure backup administrators know what data needs to be backed up at a glance. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Aug 2024
What is continuous data protection (CDP)?
Continuous data protection (CDP), also known as 'continuous backup,' is a backup and recovery storage system in which all the data in an enterprise is backed up whenever any change is made. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Aug 2024
A guide to Microsoft Azure storage pricing
Take a deep dive into the costs of Microsoft Azure cloud storage across several different types, including Blob Storage and Files. Compare pricing with AWS and Google Cloud. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2024
Memory and storage experts share highlights from FMS 2024
Industry experts look back on the expanded FMS 2024, weighing in on the big takeaways and what discussions say about the future of the storage and memory markets. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Aug 2024
TechTarget Storage Products of the Year judging criteria
This article discusses how products are judged for the TechTarget Storage Products of the Year awards. Continue Reading
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Report
11 Aug 2024
Tips from our judges
This article offers 10 tips on how to submit a product for consideration in the TechTarget Storage Products of the Year awards. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2024
NetApp additions aim to ease migrations and hybrid cloud
The latest NetApp capabilities enable hybrid cloud functionality and expand migration options, important features as customer look to avoid lock-in. Continue Reading
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Answer
07 Aug 2024
What's the best way to protect against HDD failure?
Whatever the reason for failure, HDDs are hard to repair. Admins need to get out in front of potential issues, like the four described here, to prevent prolonged downtime. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2024
Kioxia wins lifetime achievement for 3D NAND amid IPO plans
The flash storage industry wouldn't be where it is today without 3D NAND. To celebrate its invention, Kioxia is receiving a Future of Memory and Storage Lifetime Achievement Award. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2024
Major changes could reshape the NAND flash market
The last few years have seen NAND prices crater before rebounding. The next few years may see the major players in the market go public, split or merge. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Aug 2024
How the key-value SSD promises to outperform block storage
Key-value SSDs show potential in performance and storage management, but how would they be implemented? What other advantages do they offer over block storage? Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Aug 2024
What is a partition in computers?
A partition is a logical division of a hard disk drive (HDD) that's treated as a separate unit by operating systems (OSes) and file systems. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jul 2024
What is an embedded MultiMediaCard (eMMC)?
An embedded MultiMediaCard (eMMC) is a small storage device made up of NAND flash memory and a storage controller. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jul 2024
What is an NVDIMM (non-volatile dual in-line memory module)?
An NVDIMM (non-volatile dual in-line memory module) is hybrid computer memory that retains data during a service outage. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jul 2024
Hitachi Vantara expands in hybrid and multi-cloud storage
As enterprises increasingly need cross-cloud consistency, hybrid capabilities and on-premises technology, storage vendors like Hitachi Vantara are trying to rise to the occasion. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe over FC)? Definition and Guide
Non-volatile memory express over Fibre Channel (NVMe over FC) is a technology specification designed to enable NVMe-based message commands to transfer data and status information between a host computer and a target storage subsystem over a Fibre Channel network fabric. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2024
Micron brings its first PCIe 5.0 SSD to market with 9550
A late entry to the PCIe 5.0 SSD market, the Micron 9550 intends to set itself apart from the veterans in the Gen 5 arena, including Kioxia and Samsung. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2024
What is U.2 SSD (formerly SFF-8639)?
A U.2 SSD is a high-performance data storage device designed to support the Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) interface using a small form factor (SFF) connector that is also compatible with standard SAS and SATA-based spinning disks and solid-state drives (SSDs). Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2024
What is bit rot?
Bit rot is the slow deterioration in the performance and integrity of data stored on storage media. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2024
What is parity in computing?
In computers, parity (from the Latin paritas, meaning "equal or equivalent") is a technique that checks whether data has been lost or written over when it is moved from one place in storage to another or when it is transmitted between computers. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2024
What is Ceph?
Ceph is an open source software solution that provides a unified system for enterprise-level object, block- and file-based storage. Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Jul 2024
NetApp expands multi-cloud capabilities to empower AI
Capacity, performance, agility and consistency are some of the key areas of focus for vendors as they approach multi-cloud storage and AI requirements. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jul 2024
Analyze enterprise Box cloud storage pricing options
Box Enterprise and Enterprise Plus offer more features at similar prices to other platforms and may be a better option if you're mainly looking for storage. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Jul 2024
What is SSD RAID (solid-state drive RAID)?
SSD RAID (solid-state drive RAID) is a methodology commonly used to protect data by distributing redundant data blocks across multiple SSDs. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Jul 2024
With Project Lightning, Dell to strike out in new directions
Dell's Project Lightning is a parallel file system that will be tied to the vendor's AI Factory portfolio, but the promise of new hardware could also mean entry into new markets. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2024
Cerabyte brings permanent storage to the U.S.
Cerabyte increased its footprint in the U.S. with two new offices as it looks to go beyond the prototype stage for a potential commercialization in the coming years. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Jul 2024
What is a CompactFlash card (CF card)?
A CompactFlash card (CF card) is a memory card format developed by SanDisk in 1994 that uses flash memory technology to store data on a very small portable device. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2024
Panzura adds data management product with Moonwalk buy
Panzura acquires Moonwalk Universal, adding data management tools to its software-defined storage, but analysts see data management products struggling as standalone offerings. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Jul 2024
12 common virtual machine backup mistakes
Despite an administrator's best efforts, virtual machine backups can fail. Determine the cause of the failure and modify the VM backup strategy to prevent future mistakes. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Jul 2024
non-volatile memory (NVM)
Non-volatile memory (NVM) is a type of computer storage medium that retains data even in the absence of a power supply. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Jul 2024
mirror site
A mirror site is a website or set of files on a computer server that has been copied to another computer server so that the site or files are available from more than one place. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Jul 2024
JEDEC
JEDEC is a global industry group that develops open standards for microelectronics. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Jul 2024
SSD caching
SSD caching, also known as 'flash caching' or 'flash memory caching,' is the temporary storage of frequently-accessed data on NAND flash memory chips in a solid-state drive (SSD) to improve the drive's input/output (I/O) performance and allow data requests to be met with improved speed. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Jul 2024
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface)
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is an electronic interface that enables PCs and servers to communicate with peripheral hardware, such as storage devices, printers and scanners, faster and more flexibly than previous parallel data transfer interfaces. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Jul 2024
SSD TRIM
SSD TRIM is a command for the Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) interface that enables an operating system (OS) to inform a NAND flash solid-state drive (SSD) which data blocks it can erase because they are no longer in use. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2024
Storj buys Valdi for cloud compute to bolster storage offers
The acquisition brings Storj's distributed storage offerings together with Valdi's distributed compute services for high-performance workloads, including generative AI. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Jul 2024
RRAM or ReRAM (resistive random access memory)
RRAM, also known as resistive random access memory or ReRAM, is a form of non-volatile storage that operates by changing the resistance of a specially formulated solid dielectric material. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Jul 2024
On-premises storage, infrastructure evolves to keep pace with AI
Pure Storage is the latest infrastructure vendor to add Nvidia DGX SuperPod certification and new product offerings to support generative AI workloads. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jul 2024
Cloud malware protection is a path to object cyberstorage
Hyperscaler service offerings to detect or eliminate malware add features that analysts call cyberstorage to common object storage, a step toward improving security standards. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Jul 2024
It's time to rethink enterprise storage for the AI era
Pure's platform-centric storage strategy will enable customers to scale their storage infrastructure to keep pace with the fast-evolving AI landscape. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jun 2024
AI-focused storage choices, features and considerations
The list of GenAI-focused storage options grows as Pure, Dell, HPE and other major vendors innovate to win over IT infrastructure buyers. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Jun 2024
A primer on Ceph storage technology, products
Ceph is a scalable distributed storage platform that can evolve as needed. Take a deep dive into its popularity, assorted offerings and how to get around challenges. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2024
StorOne adds data protection, dynamic cross-media tiering
StorOne adds cross-media tiering in a single volume to bring the same performance at lower costs, while adding a huge number of snapshots and anomaly detection. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jun 2024
Best practices for protection from ransomware in cloud storage
Cybercriminals are getting smarter and evolving their enterprise attacks. Be proactive -- get out in front of ransomware in cloud storage before the attack occurs. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jun 2024
cache memory
Cache memory is a chip-based computer component that makes retrieving data from the computer's memory more efficient. Continue Reading