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News
19 Mar 2024
NetApp-Nvidia partner to add RAG capabilities to OnTap
NetApp OnTap now enables data stored in the cloud and on premises to connect with LLMs via Nvidia's NeMo RAG -- a feature that will likely become table stakes for storage vendors. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Mar 2024
12 cloud storage and file-sharing services to consider
Cloud-based file-sharing services, such as the list of products here, enable organizations to collaborate with colleagues and clients all over the world. Continue Reading
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Opinion
13 Sep 2019
Cloud repatriation is a symptom of a wider cloud storage trend
People are rethinking their cloud storage strategies, adjusting for hidden costs, application needs and compatibility issues in a world of public, private and hybrid options. Continue Reading
- 13 Sep 2019
- 13 Sep 2019
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Opinion
13 Sep 2019
Why cloud block storage deployments are on the rise
Move over object and file storage; use of block storage in the public cloud is increasing as more businesses prepare to move or have already redeployed workloads to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2019
2 trends that complicate SaaS data protection
Malware and multiple cloud platforms have pushed the importance of SaaS backup and recovery to the top of IT managers' to-do lists. We explore challenges and how to pick a vendor. Continue Reading
- E-Zine 04 Sep 2019
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News
29 Aug 2019
Storj Labs advances decentralized cloud storage platform
Much like Uber doesn't own its own cars, Storj Labs relies on a network of storage node operators to power its decentralized cloud storage platform. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Aug 2019
Multi-cloud vs. hybrid cloud: What's the difference and why it matters
Both multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures provide businesses with flexibility. Find out what differentiates them and makes one better than the other for your business. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Aug 2019
Pure Storage revenue growth belies NAND pricing worries
Pure Storage earnings were a mixed bag this week. The flash storage vendor said revenues grew 28% last quarter, but it cut revenue guidance for the second consecutive call, blaming imbalanced NAND ... Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2019
Latest Oracle layoffs gut flash storage division
Oracle laid off much of the division that built and maintained its FS1 All Flash Storage Array this week. Analysts expect the company’s storage focus will be on Exadata and cloud options. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2019
NetApp Flash customers have started to tap the brakes
NetApp flash storage revenue takes a nosedive amid fears of global slowdown, U.S. tariffs and civil unrest across Europe. Is it a symptom of a looming problem for vendors? Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Aug 2019
Support for production-level hybrid cloud use cases on the rise
A recent Taneja Group survey reveals that hybrid cloud and multi-cloud are the preferred cloud storage architectures for a variety of enterprise storage use cases. Continue Reading
- 08 Aug 2019
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Tip
08 Aug 2019
6 multi-cloud storage challenges that affect strategic plans
Using multiple cloud storage providers can affect more than just how and where your data is stored. Discover the areas you need to consider to improve performance and costs. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jul 2019
Where integrated hybrid cloud storage makes sense in the enterprise
Is your organization ready to do more with hybrid cloud storage? Find out how to integrate this technology and put all the hardware, software and services to work effectively. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2019
Newest version of CloudNAS now available
CloudNAS 4.2 is now available, and it includes updates such as new support for JumpCloud and OpenLDAP. Additionally, CacheDrive can now be integrated with third-party applications. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2019
Public cloud storage use still in early days for enterprises
IT organizations are still in the early stages of their cloud storage journeys as they figure out the best use cases beyond backup, archive and disaster recovery. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2019
Google's Elastifile buy shows need for cloud file storage
Google buys partner Elastifile's scale-out file system to bolster options for enterprises looking to shift NFS-based applications to public cloud storage. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jul 2019
How to protect data in the cloud
Take a look at three backup methods -- on premises, cloud to local and cloud to cloud -- and find out the pros, cons and cost of each. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jul 2019
5 advantages of cloud storage
Unlimited capacity, multi-tenancy and built-in disaster recovery are a few of the cloud storage benefits administrators can use to help solve data storage challenges. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2019
Quantum launches Distributed Cloud Services
Distributed Cloud Services is now available from Quantum, as well as storage-as-a-service offerings and Cloud-Based Analytics software to manage day-to-day storage operations. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2019
Panzura launches global file system Freedom 8
Panzura's new platform, Panzura Freedom 8, is a multi-cloud services platform designed to enable users around the world to collaborate on a single, large-scale project with ease. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jun 2019
5 multi-cloud use cases for better storage
Use cases for multi-cloud storage proliferate as the technology becomes mainstream. Consider the technology for backup, resiliency, compliance, AI and software development. Continue Reading
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Quiz
26 Jun 2019
Put your multi-cloud storage knowledge to the test
Do you know what you need to about multi-cloud and storage? Use our quiz to find out about the technology's basics, as well as integration, management and migration issues. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2019
Expanded NetApp cloud tools target containers, Google Cloud
NetApp Data Fabric links NetApp storage and data services. New NetApp Cloud Data Services embed Kubernetes orchestration and Cloud Volumes for Google in beta. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2019
SwiftStack launches new multi-cloud storage product
SwiftStack launched a new product, designed to compete with companies like Hadoop and Spark. It's specifically for big data analytics, machine learning hybrid cloud and multi-cloud storage. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2019
Rollout of 16 TB HDDs targets hyperscale data centers
The drive to 16 TB HDDs is underway. Seagate kicked it off with three new hard disk drives, and Toshiba and Western Digital are poised to follow in 2019. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2019
Nasuni CEO: Enterprises now think 'cloud first'
Nasuni CEO Paul Flanagan says his cloud NAS company competes with the large public clouds by offering a global file system, managing data across clouds and avoiding lock-in. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2019
Red Hat storage GM explains strategy change, customer impact
A Red Hat GM discusses the impact of a shift in storage focus from stand-alone products to OpenShift containers, hybrid cloud and hyper-convergence. He says value lies more with innovation than commoditization. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 May 2019
7 must-have features for multi-cloud storage optimization
When evaluating cloud platforms for a multi-cloud storage strategy, look for what they offer in terms of integration, networking and systems management, among other features. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 May 2019
Cloud trends of 2019 include repatriation, hybrid and multi-cloud
The rise of the hybrid cloud and the repatriation of public cloud workloads on site to private clouds are driving the broader cloud trends of 2019 toward multi-cloud. Continue Reading
- 08 May 2019
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Feature
08 May 2019
SaaS data protection blues cured with cloud-to-cloud backup
Your cloud-based data isn't as safe as you would think. Learn why and find out what you need to know to select the best cloud-based backup service for your SaaS applications. Continue Reading
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Answer
03 May 2019
3-2-1: Get started with a multi-cloud backup plan
Multi-cloud data backup is taking off as organizations seek ways to further protect their workloads. With many threats out there, it's important to have data backed up off-site. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2019
Updated hybrid cloud backup available from Pure Storage
In an effort to provide users with unified backup across multiple environments, Pure Storage has expanded its Evergreen Storage Service to provide a hybrid cloud backup system. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2019
Dell EMC cloud storage hardware shines light on cloud
VMware plays a larger role in the Dell EMC storage ecosystem as the vendor rolls out new cloud services to challenge archrival NetApp's cloud storage portfolio. Continue Reading
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News
30 Apr 2019
Dell EMC VxRail at heart of vendor's cloud strategy
Dell EMC wants to turn its hyper-converged infrastructure market-leading VxRail appliance into the leading hybrid cloud building block with the help of VMware Cloud Foundation. Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2019
New hybrid Dell EMC cloud aimed at rising flood of data
As enterprise data centers cope with newly generated data, the new Dell EMC cloud platform sharpens VMware tool sets to build, implement and manage storage in hybrid environments. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2019
Hitachi Vantara storage and data protection at your service
Customers that opt for service-based consumption have Hitachi Vantara's storage hardware installed in their data center, and the vendor handles management and backup. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2019
Google's Anthos drives new storage and data management API
Google's hybrid and multi-cloud vision for running stateful container-based applications sparks work on a new API for data and storage management. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Apr 2019
5 multi-cloud storage management mistakes to avoid
When using multiple clouds for storage, don't let common issues, such as inadequate security or vendor lock-in, negate the many benefits you stand to reap. Continue Reading
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News
22 Apr 2019
Cloud-first strategy brings pharma firm to cloud-first backup
With no physical data center at launch, pharma spinout firm Bioverativ went to the cloud first and learned valuable lessons about storage protection and management. Continue Reading
- 18 Apr 2019
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Infographic
18 Apr 2019
Multi-cloud strategy leads, but hybrid cloud is heating up
Enterprises today run most workloads in the cloud using multiple public, private or hybrid clouds. Learn their challenges, priorities, initiatives and more. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Apr 2019
Your move to the cloud should be a walk, not a run
Don't become a cautionary tale when moving to the cloud. Take the time to look at your long-term costs, staffing issues and how future needs will be met. Continue Reading
- 18 Apr 2019
- E-Zine 18 Apr 2019
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News
18 Apr 2019
Qumulo storage IPO possible, CEO says
Qumulo's scale-out storage is available as branded NAS appliances and as a software-only license. An integrated NAS fabric replicates data from local arrays to the public cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Apr 2019
Top 4 cloud storage use cases to connect private and public clouds
Get effective tips and strategies for connecting internal storage infrastructure and private clouds with compute and storage from public cloud service providers. Continue Reading
- 18 Apr 2019
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Blog Post
11 Apr 2019
Google Cloud courts Actifio, HYCU for data protection
While Google made a big deal of working with open source software companies at its Google Cloud Next Conference, it also has been lining up data protection partners. Secondary storage management ... Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Apr 2019
Cloud service delivery model shifts from the big 3 to tier 2
AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud aren't the only cloud service delivery options. There are plenty of alternatives to consider when moving compute or storage to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Apr 2019
Hybrid cloud-first strategy solves public cloud, on-premises riddle
Cloud-first isn't right for every enterprise or workload, nor is on-site first. A hybrid cloud melds the best of the public cloud and local data center for an optimal IT solution. Continue Reading
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News
27 Mar 2019
Portworx adds security and DR options for container storage
Cisco, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NetApp have invested in the container storage software startup. Now, the company aims to get those vendors' customers interested. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2019
SoftNAS Cloud users get security fix for vulnerability
SoftNAS says a web server and load balancer component it added to strengthen security for its Cloud NAS actually could enable unauthorized access to the web admin interface. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2019
Pure Storage cloud arrays add flash to Rackspace Service Blocks
Rackspace data centers have the option to buy Pure Storage FlashArray//X as a consumable service on a dedicated array to facilitate running block storage in clouds. Continue Reading
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Guide
26 Feb 2019
Effective multi-cloud storage strategies and management techniques
Is storage in a multi-cloud environment right for your organization? See what you need to do to deploy, manage and effectively use multi-cloud for data storage. Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
IBM Storage Solutions draw up blueprint for blockchain storage
IBM offers up blueprints for blockchain storage, with NVMe arrays and software for scale-out. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Feb 2019
Cloud repatriation and the trend away from all things cloud
Companies are starting to backtrack when it comes to their enthusiasm for public clouds. More and more are bringing workloads and storage resources back in-house. Continue Reading
- 11 Feb 2019
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Feature
11 Feb 2019
Hot data storage technology trends for 2019
Hot storage tech trends for 2019 include cheaper, denser flash and multi-cloud data management that can benefit the consumer and create better performance and data protection. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Feb 2019
Cloudian HyperStore 7
New multi-cloud capabilities vault object storage specialist Cloudian to first place with its HyperStore product. Judges were particularly impressed with its functionality. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Feb 2019
Portworx PX-Enterprise
PX-Enterprise, which helps users deploy persistent storage with containerized applications, stood out among other competitors for its innovation and value. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Feb 2019
Quobyte Data Center File System 2.0
Startup Quobyte's 'up-and-comer' distributed parallel file system caught judges' attention as being easier to deploy, operate and manage in high-performance environments. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2019
Cloud storage outlook favors private and multi-clouds in 2019
Experts say 'we've reached the point of no return' on cloud storage, as cloud-native applications, private and multi-clouds and Kubernetes gain prominence in 2019. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jan 2019
Get multi-cloud storage off on the right foot
See the questions to ask and the various players to query as you get started with your multi-cloud strategy. Success is all about gathering the right information upfront. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jan 2019
AWS acquires CloudEndure disaster recovery, backup services
Amazon Web Services purchases startup CloudEndure to bolster application and data migration, backup, and disaster recovery services for enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jan 2019
Cloud and software-defined storage products: 2018 POY finalists
Multi-cloud data management and container support are themes among the 2018 software-defined and cloud storage finalists of TechTarget's Storage Products of the Year competition. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jan 2019
Hybrid cloud vs. multi-cloud storage: Choose wisely
Stuck deciding between hybrid and multi-cloud? When it comes to cloud storage, it's important to choose the right approach for the task at hand, which will vary by business. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2019
Toshiba set to launch 16 TB HDD for cloud-scale users
Toshiba will try to get a jump on rivals Seagate and Western Digital with a new 16 TB hard disk drive that targets cloud-scale users in need of low-cost, high-density storage. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2019
Cloud, data management top 2019 enterprise data storage options
Data management -- on premises and in the cloud -- appears on the rise as a 2019 spending priority for storage pros, while flash arrays and converged infrastructure may have peaked. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Dec 2018
What's the best multi-cloud storage strategy for minimizing risks?
Find out the steps to take to construct a unified multi-cloud security strategy where components work together to provide a single, comprehensive approach. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Dec 2018
IT storage team skills for hyper-converged secondary storage
Is your IT storage team ready for the arrival of hyper-converged secondary storage? Learn what storage skills pros need now in order to take on this latest development in storage tech. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Dec 2018
Data storage industry trends revealed in top 2018 news stories
AI, NVMe over fabrics and the cloud were must-read data storage stories in 2018, as were Tintri's struggles and Dell EMC's product moves. See the news that mattered as the year closes. Continue Reading
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News
14 Dec 2018
Elastifile adds cloud file storage service on Google
Elastifile's new managed Cloud File Service on the Google Cloud Platform is designed to give customers NAS storage with a self-service, software-as-a-service-type experience. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Dec 2018
What are 3 top data protection trends expected in 2019?
Top trends in data protection include more comprehensive backup platforms. With data in many different places, including multiple clouds, products must cover a lot of ground. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Dec 2018
8 multi-cloud storage strategies that target performance
Performance is an important aspect of using multiple clouds for storage but may take a back seat to the technology's other benefits. Are you missing out? Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2018
Portworx update targets hybrid and multi-cloud deployments
PX-Enterprise 2.0 moves beyond storage for stateful container-based applications to provide data migration and management across hybrid and multi-cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Dec 2018
HubStor adds continuous data protection, version control
HubStor added continuous data protection and version control to its cloud storage platform. The continuous data protection (CDP) provides agentless monitoring of specific file system directories to ... Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2018
10 critical multi-cloud and edge computing storage questions
Combining edge-to-cloud computing with data storage is riddled with complexities. Luckily, there are steps to take that can help avoid a storage management disaster. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Nov 2018
enterprise storage
Enterprise storage is a centralized repository for business information that provides common data management, protection and data sharing functions through connections to computer systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Nov 2018
8 steps to effective multi-cloud cost management
Strategic thinking and careful planning can help you squeeze the maximum value out of your multi-cloud environment. Here are eight tips to help you get started. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
13 Nov 2018
ClearSky Data POPs corks over $20M funding
ClearSky Data today scored $20 million in funding and a partnership with Equinix to expand coverage for its managed storage services. New investor Pear Tree Partners participated in the funding ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Nov 2018
Public cloud workload success requires IT leadership
IT must change with the times and adapt to the reality that others within the organization can now procure and provision cloud resources without their input. Continue Reading
- 05 Nov 2018
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Feature
05 Nov 2018
Information storage on the cloud is often the way to go nowadays
Base your decision on where to park your business's critical data and apps on where they can be most effectively accessed and used. For enterprises today, that's frequently the cloud. Continue Reading
- E-Zine 05 Nov 2018
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News
31 Oct 2018
NetApp Cloud Volumes gives new wrinkle to OnTap file storage
NetApp appends services to Data Fabric that aim to help enterprises flexibly manage their data between local storage and public clouds, including AWS, Azure and Google. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Oct 2018
NetApp Insight: Yes, NetApp still sells hardware
At the end of the final keynote at NetApp Insight last week, founder Dave Hitz decided to add some sanity lest people get the wrong idea about the vendor’s strategy. Hitz summed up the message at ... Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Oct 2018
How blockchain data storage may revolutionize the enterprise
Blockchain for data storage promises to bring added trust, reliability and security to storage, but is it ready to become a mainstream technology? Experts offer their views. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2018
NetApp flash offerings push into cloud, edge and IoT
At the NetApp Insight user show, the vendor advocates for flash to replace disk for backup, cloud and object storage. NetApp HCI expands, and StorageGrid gets flash. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Oct 2018
5 crucial multi-cloud disaster recovery principles
A multi-cloud DR plan looks different for every organization, based on its needs. However, there are five universal precepts that can be applied to most multi-cloud strategies. Continue Reading
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News
17 Oct 2018
Elastifile adds automated tiering to cloud object storage
Cloud file system startup Elastifile is making it easier to shift data to object storage in Amazon and Google using ClearTier policy-based automated tiering. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Oct 2018
Ctera Networks snares $30 million in Series D funding round
Ctera Networks CEO Liran Eshel said his cloud file system company became cash flow positive this year, but it grabbed $30 million in new funding to grow as part of a booming market. Ctera Networks ... Continue Reading
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News
11 Oct 2018
Customers get new dual-region Google Cloud Storage option
Google updated its cloud storage with higher availability SLAs and a new dual-region option designed to give customers greater control over their data. Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Oct 2018
Maximize cloud storage benefits with cloud-native data
A cloud storage strategy must acknowledge that storage is but one part of cloud use and involves storage and compute, as well as data that's accessible to all cloud resources. Continue Reading
- 03 Oct 2018
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Opinion
03 Oct 2018
Yes, a true private cloud can now be built
Forget everything you've heard about private cloud storage and start over with a true set of building blocks designed to let you create a public cloud-like infrastructure. Continue Reading
- 03 Oct 2018