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Katrina data management snafus compound chaos
A lack of planning and IT skills leaves the Red Cross scrambling to organize data into a system for refugees to search for missing loved ones. Article
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DAT USB drive
A DAT USB drive is a tape drive with digital audio tape (DAT) that can be plugged into a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection as a simple and relatively low-cost way to back up data routinely, especially on servers. DAT USB technology is expected to... Definition
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Optimizing tape restores
Every organization understands the need to backup data, but many do not actually backup with restorability in mind. This tip will help you solve tape restore problems by following a few simple guidelines. Tip
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DR plans hindered by poor communication
Users at Storage Decisions discussed their strategies for coordinating an effective DR plan with their business managers. Article
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Prioritize your backup
Prioritizing data to be included in backups is step one for disaster recovery planning. Tip
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Onaro adds DR to SAN diagnostic tool
Onaro SANScreen software extends to DR sites as well as the primary SAN. Analysts say it remains an ideal SAN management tool -- for those that can afford it. Article
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Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA)
Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) is a technology that allows computers in a network to exchange data in main memory without involving the processor, cache, or operating system of either computer. 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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buffer credits or buffer-to-buffer credits (BBCs)
Buffer credits, also called buffer-to-buffer credits (BBCs), allow data communication in a Fibre Channelstorage area network (SAN) where there are long spans of fiber opticcable. Definition
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SAN routing
SAN (storage area network) routing is a technology used for interconnecting SAN islands (separately designated logical portions of a storage area network) within a larger network. Definition
Storage Management Strategies for the CIO