Storage management and analytics
Find the latest news and buying advice about storage management and analytics on this topics page. Storage data analytics collects metrics and data logs for predictive analysis. Modern analytics applications are often SaaS-based and can be understood and used without the expertise required to use comprehensive third-party storage resource management tools.
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News
03 Apr 2024
Enterprise Kubernetes and container storage a work in progress
Containers and Kubernetes have entirely different storage and backup needs compared with traditional IT, industry experts say, requiring stakeholder input and new vendor offerings. Continue Reading
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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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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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Definition
11 Mar 2024
asynchronous replication
Asynchronous replication is a store-and-forward approach to data backup and protection. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2024
Pure1, Evergreen expand self-service and data protection
Pure Storage continues to transition into an as-a-service model by building out more automation and data resiliency in its Pure1 data management service and Evergreen portfolio. Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2024
Azure's new storage products keeps Microsoft competitive
New Azure storage offerings from Microsoft or from vendor partners such as Qumulo aim to increase parity with hyperscaler rivals and draw more enterprise buyers into its cloud. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Mar 2024
Hadoop as a service (HaaS)
Hadoop as a service (HaaS), also known as Hadoop in the cloud, is a big data analytics framework that stores and analyzes data in the cloud using Hadoop. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2024
New Hammerspace capability sets up enterprise AI
The latest update to Hammerspace's software-defined storage system removes metadata from data path, enabling HPC to use data from any storage source without specialized hardware. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Feb 2024
RAM (random access memory)
Random access memory (RAM) is the hardware in a computing device that provides temporary storage for the operating system (OS), software programs and any other data in current use so they're quickly available to the device's processor. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Feb 2024
disk mirroring (RAID 1)
Disk mirroring, also known as RAID 1, is the replication of data across two or more disks. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jan 2024
data deduplication hardware
Data deduplication hardware is disk storage that eliminates redundant copies of data and retains one instance to be stored. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2024
Panzura board appoints Waldschmidt as CEO
Dan Waldschmidt replaces Jill Stelfox at the SaaS storage vendor. Stelfox led the company since 2020 and says she's 'actively choosing to be silent right now.' Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jan 2024
in-memory analytics
In-memory analytics is an approach to querying data residing in a computer's random access memory (RAM) as opposed to querying data stored on physical drives. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2024
Curio AI deal adds ML capabilities to Wasabi cloud storage
Wasabi Technologies adds metadata technology by Curio AI in a new acquisition from Gray Meta Inc., the first addition to Wasabi's object storage since opening its doors. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Jan 2024
persistent storage
Persistent storage is any data storage device that retains data after power to that device is shut off. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jan 2024
The best enterprise data storage products of 2023
Backup, cloud, disk and storage system vendors vied for top honors in the TechTarget Storage Products of the Year competition. Find out which won gold, silver and bronze. Continue Reading
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News
20 Dec 2023
UltiHash compresses, deduplicates data on a binary level
In this Q&A, the CEO of UltiHash talks about the continuous compression and deduplication it aims to provide primary storage while reducing storage needs. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2023
Solix eyes data lakes as it builds out archive platform
Solix Technologies' latest Common Data Platform update focuses on archiving, sorting and storing customer data for data lake creation and, ultimately, AI. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Dec 2023
logical volume management (LVM)
Logical volume management (LVM) is a form of storage virtualization that offers system administrators a more flexible approach to managing disk storage space than traditional partitioning. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2023
Peak:AIO CEO: Less is more to get the most out of AI storage
In this Q&A, Peak:AIO founder and CEO Mark Klarzynski explains why AI storage needs should be designed around GPU efficiency, not massive data lakes. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2023
A primer on storage anomaly detection
Storage admins should continuously monitor systems to identify and act upon unusual behavior. Anomaly detection can proactively address issues before they become serious problems. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Nov 2023
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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Definition
03 Nov 2023
Fibre Channel switch (FC switch)
A Fibre Channel (FC) switch is a networking device that's compatible with the FC protocol and designed for use in a dedicated storage area network (SAN). Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Oct 2023
zebibyte (ZiB)
A zebibyte (ZiB) is a unit used to measure computing and storage capacity. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Oct 2023
yobibyte (YiB)
A yobibyte (YiB) is a unit of measure used to describe data capacity as part of the binary system of measuring computing and storage capacity. Continue Reading
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News
11 Oct 2023
Hitachi Vantara gives single view of storage
To reduce complexity, Hitachi Vantara released a storage platform aimed at unifying data management, but it will need to find ways to differentiate its offering, says one analyst. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Oct 2023
Future of storage lies in collaboration, unified management
Storage vendors throughout 2023 bet big on unified management and collaboration tools as what the market will want and what will help them stand out among the enterprise C-suite. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Oct 2023
cold storage
Cold storage is a computer system or mode of operation designed for the retention of inactive data. Continue Reading
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News
21 Sep 2023
Komprise offers insight into storage costs across clouds
Storage Insights for the Komprise Data Management platform enables users to define metrics for storage consumption across clouds and vendors for cost management and migration. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Sep 2023
electronically stored information (ESI)
Electronically stored information (ESI) is data that is created, altered, communicated and stored in digital form. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2023
Toyota outage shows not all backup failures are ransomware
An IT error for Toyota Motor Corporation knocked out production for a day, but the auto giant was quick to note the issue was not due to a cyberattack. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Aug 2023
How to configure shadow copies on file servers
When you enable the shadow copies service on your shared folders, you give your end users the flexibility to restore deleted files or revert a file to an earlier version. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Aug 2023
capacity management
Capacity management is the broad term describing a variety of IT monitoring, administration and planning actions that ensure that a computing infrastructure has adequate resources to handle current data processing requirements, as well as the capacity to accommodate future loads. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2023
PeerIQ peers into NAS software across vendors, clouds
NAS storage analytics can be viewed in a single place with Peer Software's PeerIQ, bringing different vendors and on-premises and cloud storage analytics together. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2023
Vast Data looks beyond storage to the data lakehouse
Vast Data, a storage software vendor, introduces a new data management platform that unites its software capabilities into a platform. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2023
Microsoft Sentinel, Nasuni stand watch over cloud storage
A new integration between Microsoft Sentinel and Nasuni enables visibility into data compromises or other issues logged by the storage vendor through the SIEM console. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Jul 2023
An introduction to smartNICs and their benefits
SmartNICs offload packet processing tasks from server CPUs, freeing up resources for application performance. They can run packet capture and load balancing, among other tasks. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jul 2023
8 best practices for a zero-trust storage strategy
Explore how to apply the zero-trust security model to storage systems. Given today's threat landscape, additional data protection is key for enterprises. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Jul 2023
tebibyte (TiB)
A tebibyte (TiB) is a unit of measure used to describe computing capacity. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jun 2023
7 data archiving best practices for backup admins
Among retention policies, regulatory compliance and limited storage budgets, knowing what data to keep is critical. Follow these seven best practices for a solid archiving strategy. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2023
NetApp adds backup and offline capabilities to BlueXP
BlueXP, NetApp's cloud console for managing its SaaS and hardware, gains new backup capabilities, including Oracle databases and access to an offline version. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jun 2023
mebibyte (MiB)
A mebibyte (MiB) is a unit of measurement used in computer data storage. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2023
How CXL 3.0 technology will affect enterprise storage
Understand CXL 3.0 technology before its impacts on storage take serious effect. While the specification improves on previous generations, it could also demand more from storage. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 May 2023
Dublin Core
Dublin Core is an international metadata standard formally known as the Dublin Core Metadata Element Set and includes 15 metadata (data that describes data) terms. Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2023
Hammerspace acquires Rozo Systems for storage tech
French software-defined storage vendor Rozo Systems becomes a new feature and performance benchmark for Hammerspace data management capabilities later this calendar year. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 May 2023
Best practices for NFT data storage
NFTs are a trend in the digital marketplace, but where and how should enterprises store them? There are three major options to explore for NFT data storage. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 May 2023
What lies beyond the yottabyte?
Once data is measured in yottabytes, the world will need new terms for data projections. That's where two new terms -- the ronnabyte and the quettabyte -- come in. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 May 2023
megabytes per second (MBps)
Megabytes per second (MBps) is a unit of measurement for data transfer speed to and from a computer storage device. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Apr 2023
pagefile
In storage, a pagefile is a reserved portion of a hard disk that is used as an extension of random access memory (RAM) for data in RAM that hasn't been used recently. Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2023
Vast dips into HPE GreenLake with new file storage service
HPE enlists Vast Data to provide a new file storage service in the company's GreenLake SaaS offerings, a storage area the tech giant has struggled to perform in. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Apr 2023
A short guide to Azure Data Lake Storage pricing
Azure Data Lake Storage offers pricing that's competitive with similar platforms. However, many elements of the secure, large storage platform factor into the overall cost. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2023
New Ctera CEO sees future in data lakes, data protection
Ctera's new CEO, Oded Nagel, is focused on forming partnerships and providing capabilities for data resilience, interconnectivity and the edge data management. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Mar 2023
Data hoarding and the role of storage
The promise of future insights drives companies to store data. But there are potential drawbacks when storing data and better management methods than keeping everything. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Mar 2023
defragmentation
Defragmentation is the process of locating the noncontiguous fragments of data into which a computer file may be divided as it is stored on a hard disk, and rearranging the fragments and restoring them into fewer fragments or into the whole file. Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2023
Kubernetes storage still acquisition target for IT vendors
Persistent Kubernetes storage startups like Ondat are becoming extinct as enterprise IT vendors prow the market for container native storage tech. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2023
Komprise Analysis offers standalone SaaS data visibility tools
Analytical capabilities of the data management vendor's flagship product are now available as a separate SaaS to help provide better visibility into enterprise data. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Mar 2023
3 V's (volume, velocity and variety)
The 3 V's (volume, velocity and variety) are three defining properties or dimensions of big data. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
03 Mar 2023
Reveal Windows file server permissions with PowerShell's help
An unauthorized permissions change on a file share could lock out other users. Learn how to automate a report that shows permissions on the server to find these problems fast. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Feb 2023
How to optimize data storage governance
Data governance manages the availability, usability, integrity and security of data. Follow these best practices for governance as it relates to data storage. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Feb 2023
controller (computing)
A controller, in a computing context, is a hardware device or a software program that manages or directs the flow of data between two entities. In computing, controllers may be cards, microchips or separate hardware devices for the control of a peripheral device. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Feb 2023
diskpart (Disk Partition Utility)
Diskpart is a command line utility in Windows operating systems (OSs) that is used to manage disks, partitions, and volumes. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Feb 2023
cache server
A cache server is a dedicated network server or service acting as a server that saves webpages or other internet content locally. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Feb 2023
6 best practices for metadata storage and management
Metadata is crucial to getting the most out of data, so organizations should store it properly. Best practices include protection and understanding the IT architecture. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jan 2023
translation lookaside buffer (TLB)
A translation lookaside buffer (TLB) is a type of memory cache that stores recent translations of virtual memory to physical addresses to enable faster retrieval. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Jan 2023
failover
Failover is a backup operational mode in which the functions of a system component are assumed by a secondary component when the primary becomes unavailable. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Jan 2023
LZW compression
LZW compression is a method to reduce the size of Tag Image File Format (TIFF) or Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) files. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Jan 2023
cluster quorum disk
A cluster quorum disk is the storage medium on which the configuration database is stored for a cluster computing network. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jan 2023
The best enterprise data storage products of 2022
Backup, cloud, disk and storage system vendors vied for top honors in the TechTarget Storage Products of the Year competition. Find out which won gold, silver and bronze. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Jan 2023
decimal
Decimal is a numbering system that uses a base-10 representation for numeric values. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Dec 2022
petabyte
A petabyte is a measure of memory or data storage capacity that is equal to 2 to the 50th power of bytes. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2022
Software moved needle for enterprise storage in 2022
Consultants and analysts say SaaS and cloud sales will dominate enterprise storage market into 2023. But hardware innovations are still possible and on the horizon. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Dec 2022
data migration
Data migration is the process of transferring data between data storage systems, data formats or computer systems. Continue Reading
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News
02 Dec 2022
AWS' Kevin Miller talks S3 in 2023 and beyond
Amazon S3 has become a massive portfolio of products, which only grew at re:Invent 2022. Here, the vice president and general manager of S3 talks about what's next. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
18 Nov 2022
Track evolution in storage security standards, technologies
It's going to take a layered approach to handle all the security threats that storage administrators face. Strategies such as zero-trust architecture and encryption can help. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Nov 2022
zettabyte
A zettabyte is a unit of measurement used by technology professionals and the general public to describe a computer or other device's storage capacity. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Nov 2022
historical data
Historical data, in a broad context, is data collected about past events and circumstances pertaining to a particular subject. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Nov 2022
How to effectively compare storage system performance
Your power as a buyer is stronger before the sale closes: Ask for what's required to effectively evaluate storage vendors' system performance. Continue Reading
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News
25 Oct 2022
Verity ES launches enterprise-grade data deletion software
Verity ES, a new spinoff from data deletion specialist Revert Inc., has emerged from stealth and is focused on platter purging for enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Oct 2022
direct-attached storage (DAS)
Direct-attached storage (DAS) is a type of storage that is attached directly to a computer without going through a network. Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2022
St. Luke's triages healthcare data management for hospitals
Storage administrators for a network of hospitals and medical offices across Idaho turn to tagging and tiering software to staunch unstructured and ever-growing healthcare data. Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2022
Managed SAN service enters preview on Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Azure's newest managed storage service, now in preview, supports demanding enterprise SANs fully in the cloud. Azure also added faster SSD storage and a performance tier. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Oct 2022
DPUs vs. SmartNICs: What storage admins need to know
To determine whether a SmartNIC or DPU is right for their organization, admins must understand the capabilities of different kinds of NICs and DPUs. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Oct 2022
empirical analysis
Empirical analysis is an evidence-based approach to the study and interpretation of information. Continue Reading
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News
27 Sep 2022
Storage vendors pitching self-service as-a-service
Storage vendors like Dell Technologies are adding self-service products to their as-a-service portfolios, directed at enterprises seeking to keep daily operation in house. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Sep 2022
electronic data processing (EDP)
Electronic data processing (EDP) refers to the gathering of data using electronic devices, such as computers, servers or calculators. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
21 Sep 2022
Proper storage performance testing: A tutorial
This step-by-step guide details how to prepare for and perform storage performance tests. Explore methods for choosing the right tool for your testing. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Sep 2022
scale-out storage
Scale-out storage is a network-attached storage (NAS) architecture in which the total amount of disk space can be expanded through the addition of devices in connected arrays with their own resources. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2022
Storage, backup services to expand on Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud Platform adds new features and managed services, including high-performance block storage, Kubernetes backup services and new products using Actifio technology. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Aug 2022
The storage administrator is dead; long live the storage admin
IT employers still see the value of keeping storage administrator jobs in house despite the allure of savings with managed services. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2022
Data storage interview questions for your next storage role
Data storage administrators must be able to adapt and optimize storage for evolving workloads and business needs. Here are some questions to prepare for in an interview. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2022
Biotech company saves on data management through software
Biotech maker PacBio gleaned big savings and organized a mountain of data when it added data management tools for its local hardware and data silos. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jul 2022
Best practices for legal hold storage
Storing data for legal holds could be a mission-critical task. Storage admins should understand how to prepare for legal holds and deal with them when they occur. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Jul 2022
Considerations to plan AI storage architecture for big data
This chapter from 'The Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Workshop' examines how to plan for AI data storage. Plan for factors like volume and scale for long-term success. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jun 2022
Storage certifications to bolster your skills
Storage admins looking to gain new skills or make better use of their vendor-supplied storage systems can look to certification and qualification courses. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2022
Object First launches with appliance for Veeam backup storage
Veeam Software founders have launched a hardware appliance that targets Veeam backup storage and a specific type of user. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
28 Jun 2022
HPE Discover 2022 news and conference guide
HPE Discover 2022, set to take place June 28-30, covers topics like edge, cloud storage and containers. Check out our updating guide that has vendor news and announcements. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2022
MinIO extends Snowflake analysis to any data location
MinIO scored a partnership with Snowflake to bring the cloud data warehouse analytics nearly everywhere a user's data resides. Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Jun 2022
Notes from Lenovo's ISG analyst summit
Lenovo is more than just a PC company. In its recent analyst summit, the company revealed its goals with AI, edge, cloud services, HCI as well as growth in foreign markets. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Jun 2022
memory management
Memory management is the process of controlling and coordinating a computer's main memory. Continue Reading