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storage consolidation
Storage consolidation, also called storage convergence is a method of centralizing data storage among multiple servers. Definition
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tape drive
A tape drive is a device that stores computer data on magnetic tape, especially for backup and archiving purposes. Definition
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tape library
In data storage, a tape library is a collection of magnetic tape cartridges and tape drives. Definition
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Millipede
Millipede is a nano-storage prototype developed by IBM that can store data at a density of a trillion bits per square inch: 20 times more than any currently available magnetic storage medium. Definition
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nano-storage
Nano-storage is a nanotechnology approach to storage that seeks to radically increase storage capacities through a variety of technologies, and, ultimately, to replace current storage media with extremely high-density media and devices. Definition
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UDO (ultra density optical)
Ultra density optical (UDO) is an optical storage technology that increases capacities by using an extremely focused blue laser to write and read data. Definition
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array
In general, an array is a number of items arranged in some specified way - for example, in a list or in a three-dimensional table. Definition
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Robson
Robson is a mass storage system similar to a
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USB drive
A USB drive -- also known as a flash drive or keychain drive -- is a plug-and-play portable storage device that uses flash memory and is lightweight enough to attach to a key chain. Definition
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hybrid hard drive (HHD)
A hybrid hard drive (HHD) is a mass storage device that contains both a conventional hard drive and a flash memory module... (Continued) Definition
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