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Asigra Inc. Cloud Backup v11
Asigra Cloud Backup v11 can be deployed as on-premises private cloud backup, a hybrid cloud backup solution for local/offsite backup, or as a pure public cloud backup app. 2011 Products of the Year
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Symantec Corp. NetBackup 5220 appliance
The Symantec NetBackup 5220 is a scalable disk backup appliance. It can be partitioned as deduplicating or non-deduplicating storage partitions, or a combination of the two. 2011 Products of the Year
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Druva Inc. inSync 4.1 Enterprise
Druva inSync 4.1 Enterprise offers secure access to backup data with multiple restore points from Druva’s client application, a Web browser or a mobile device. 2011 Products of the Year
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Quantum Corp. vmPRO 4000 appliance
The vmPRO 4000 family offers backup software and storage in one appliance that’s based on Quantum’s DXi dedupe and replication devices. 2011 Products of the Year
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Backup and DR software and services
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Tape backup encryption best practices
Tape backup encryption is being used for many organizations, but figuring out how to implement it can be challenging. Learn about tape encryption best practices in this article. Tutorial
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Implementing data deduplication technology in a virtualized environment
More environments are showing an interest in implementing data deduplication in their virtualized environments. Find out what's driving this interest and what to watch out for. FAQ
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Information technology governance and the role of the storage manager
Find out how storage managers can avoid e-discovery and other compliance issues associated with an information technology governance process, how they can educate technology users, and what tools they can use for data archiving and data classificatio... FAQ
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Secure data backup strategies for the enterprise: A backup security tutorial
In this tutorial on secure data backup strategies, learn about encryption key management, encryption appliances, tape and disk encryption, cloud backup security, and secure data destruction. Tutorial
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Data backup security strategies: A tutorial on cloud security, encryption and data destruction
Data security concerns are climbing the priority list for data backup pros, including tape encryption, cloud backup, key management and data deletion options. Tutorial
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Week in review: Nirvanix completes new round of funding
In our week in review podcast, Senior News Director Dave Raffo talks about the week’s top storage news with Assistant Editor John Hilliard. News | 04 May 2012
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Concerns with cloud backup solutions: Security and performance top list
Cloud backup services promise inexpensive capacity, lower capital expenses, and simplified data management. Learn the top concerns about implementing cloud backup storage through a case study of one administrator's move to a cloud-based backup servic... Article | 14 Dec 2010
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EMC adds replication support to Data Protection Advisor
Expanded Data Protection Manager goes beyond backup reporting with support for EMC's replication applications, as well as handling data deduplication and integrating with VMware's vCenter. Article | 14 Dec 2009
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Vendors take steps to lock down cloud storage services
Security questions linger for companies considering cloud storage services, but vendors' new enterprise storage platforms help fight the perception that cloud storage is insecure. Article | 24 Aug 2009
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Secure data destruction options for old backup tapes and disk
Data destruction options for old backup tapes include degaussing, overwriting software and physical destruction. Another option is to outsource to a data destruction specialist. But are these methods secure for removing sensitive data? Article | 21 Aug 2009
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Encryption key management: New standards on the horizon
While encryption is proliferating, the means for managing the keys that make encryption schemes workable hasn't kept up. New standards promise to aid in encryption key management. Article | 29 Jul 2009
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Quantum adds VMware data backup, encryption key management device
Quantum strengthens data protection in disk and tape with virtual backup appliance for DXi disk libraries and Scaler Key Manager Appliace for LTO-4 tape. Article | 20 Jul 2009
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Isilon targets enterprise NAS with Backup Accelerator, N+2:1 parity
To bolster its enterprise features, Isilon Systems Inc. releases Backup Accelerator, upgrades its SyncIQ replication software and offers N+2:1 option for parity data protection. Article | 09 Jun 2009
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Storage Decisions Chicago 2009 Session Downloads
Download all the sessions that were presented to storage professionals at the recent Storage Decisions 2009 conference in Chicago on topics including backup, SANs, storage virtualization, storage management and disaster recovery. Article | 03 Jun 2009
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Sun jumbles key management picture
Vendors with competing standards claim they'll try to hammer out their differences, but analysts say a key management standard for the enterprise is already long overdue. Article | 18 Feb 2009
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New replication solutions needed for file growth explosion
In Tony Asaro's latest Storage magazine column, learn how traditional backup and recovery approaches aren't going to be able to keep up with the pace of new file storage growth. Tip
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Preventing online backup security threats to your network
More and more employees are using online backup services to back up their data on work computers. Learn about how to prevent online backup security threats in your organization. Tip
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Data destruction services: When data deletion is not enough
Learn about data destruction services for old disks and tape, and about data degaussing and data overwrite programs for secure data destruction. Tip
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The importance of incident response plans in disaster recovery
Incident response plans are essential in DR and BC because they give added protection to sensitive company data. But many companies do not have one. Tip
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Data protection and data security for corporate laptops in SMBs
As more people travel with corporate data in their laptops, how can you be sure that data in your SMB environment is secure? Follow these tips to ensure data security in laptops. Tip
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Avoid data migration project failure: Five best practices
Learn why data migration projects can fail, and how five best practices, such as deduplicating data and documenting the process, can help you avoid cost overruns or delays. Tip
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Criteria for choosing the right tape encryption solution for your data backup plan
How do you decide which tape encryption product is right for your enterprise? Learn about what factors you need to look at before deciding on an encryption product. Tip
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Five must-have data storage security tools for smaller businesses
Data storage security tools are important to have when trying to seek out storage-related vulnerabilities. Read about the five most helpful tools for SMBs today. Tip
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Secure your data backups with encryption key management best practices
Here are several essential key management best practices you need to know about to maximize your investment in encryption and minimize your business risks. Tip
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Storage encryption essentials
To secure your storage environment, identify weaknesses in your system and then choose the storage encryption product that matches your network configuration and specific risks. Tip
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Status of NetBackup 6.0
Business continuity expert Pierre Dorion discusses the status of Netbackup 6.0. Ask the Expert
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Degaussing backup media
Backup/recovery expert W. Curtis Preston discusses how to degauss backup media. Ask the Expert
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Top five security questions to ask storage vendors
Security expert Vijay Ahuja outlines the top five security questions to ask storage vendors before making a purchase. Ask the Expert
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Snapshot only?
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Daily data volatility rates
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Where are security credentials saved on the server?
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The dangers of Fibre Channel sniffers
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The cost of tape storage
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Security concerns for maintaining multiple operating systems on the same host
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Making DMZ isolated networks safe
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remote backup appliance
A remote backup appliance is a hardware device that ships with a backup software application pre-loaded. The appliance is used to back up corporate data that is located outside the corporate data center. Definition
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Storage as a Service (SaaS)
Storage as a Service (SaaS) is a business model in which third-party providers rent space on their storage to end users that lack the capital budget and/or technical personnel to implement and maintain their own storage infrastructure. Definition
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hard drive shredder
A hard drive shredder is a mechanical device that physically destroys old hard drives in such a way that the data they contain cannot be recovered. Definition
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storage security
Storage security is the group of parameters and settings that make storage resources available to authorized users and trusted networks - and unavailable to other entities. Definition
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storage encryption
Storage encryption is the use of encryption/decryption of backed-up and archived data, both in transit and on storage media. Definition
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Storage-as-a-Service: Eliminating the Storage Dilemma
CIO priorities have been shifting steadily toward business outcomes, and away from tech-centric initiatives. Learn how industry experts meet today's top priorities of automating and streamlining services, simplifying IT infrastructure, and making dat... Video
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Week in review: Nirvanix completes new round of funding
In our week in review podcast, Senior News Director Dave Raffo talks about the week’s top storage news with Assistant Editor John Hilliard. News
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Asigra Inc. Cloud Backup v11
Asigra Cloud Backup v11 can be deployed as on-premises private cloud backup, a hybrid cloud backup solution for local/offsite backup, or as a pure public cloud backup app. 2011 Products of the Year
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Symantec Corp. NetBackup 5220 appliance
The Symantec NetBackup 5220 is a scalable disk backup appliance. It can be partitioned as deduplicating or non-deduplicating storage partitions, or a combination of the two. 2011 Products of the Year
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Druva Inc. inSync 4.1 Enterprise
Druva inSync 4.1 Enterprise offers secure access to backup data with multiple restore points from Druva’s client application, a Web browser or a mobile device. 2011 Products of the Year
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Quantum Corp. vmPRO 4000 appliance
The vmPRO 4000 family offers backup software and storage in one appliance that’s based on Quantum’s DXi dedupe and replication devices. 2011 Products of the Year
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Backup and DR software and services
Guide
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remote backup appliance
A remote backup appliance is a hardware device that ships with a backup software application pre-loaded. The appliance is used to back up corporate data that is located outside the corporate data center. Definition
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New replication solutions needed for file growth explosion
In Tony Asaro's latest Storage magazine column, learn how traditional backup and recovery approaches aren't going to be able to keep up with the pace of new file storage growth. Tip
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Tape backup encryption best practices
Tape backup encryption is being used for many organizations, but figuring out how to implement it can be challenging. Learn about tape encryption best practices in this article. Tutorial
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Concerns with cloud backup solutions: Security and performance top list
Cloud backup services promise inexpensive capacity, lower capital expenses, and simplified data management. Learn the top concerns about implementing cloud backup storage through a case study of one administrator's move to a cloud-based backup servic... Article
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