Features
Features
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DataCore chairman: Software-defined storage can help SSD performance
In this interview, DataCore Chairman Ziya Aral talks about the relevance of SSDs and the way software-defined storage can help SSD performance. Continue Reading
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Array freebies are still the storage management tool of choice
We asked survey respondents about the effectiveness of the storage management tool they're using in their computing environments and the capabilities they require in a tool. Continue Reading
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Big data storage and analytics
There are two basic types of big data analytics—synchronous and asynchronous—but both have big data storage appetites and specialized needs. Continue Reading
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Salary survey 2013: Salaries for data storage pros continue to climb
The heavy workloads remain but the pay is a little better and the benefits are a plus. Our data storage salary survey 2013 paints a favorable picture. Continue Reading
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RAID alternatives: Erasure codes and multi-copy mirroring
Traditional RAID methods and their rebuild processes have some shops suffering long downtimes -- enter erasure codes and multi-copy mirroring. Continue Reading
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The fundamentals of troubleshooting VMware performance
Storage expert George Crump outlines the major VMware performance tuning points, from the network to switches, controllers and devices. Continue Reading
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How to define SDN: Understanding its function and value
Jon Toigo explains what software-defined networking is all about, and whether SDN implementations live up to expectations. Continue Reading
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File storage and management issues growing, but mostly under control
Our latest survey finds the biggest problem with file storage and management is backup. Learn how respondents are managing file storage. Continue Reading
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10 tips for deploying virtual desktops
Learn how to avoid boot storms, antivirus scans and other events that can bring your storage to its knees when deploying virtual desktops. Continue Reading
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Networking server-based storage
Direct-attached or server-based storage is gaining renewed attention as emerging techs offer ways to pool and share this scalable storage resource. Continue Reading
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Accelerate the performance of virtual machines with flash technology
Learn where to implement flash in your environment to tackle virtual machine performance issues. Continue Reading
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What to consider when storing data in the cloud
Storage administrators who want to keep data in the cloud need to consider collaboration regulations, cost factors and performance requirements. Continue Reading
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Virtual server storage getting easier, but it's still a big job
The use of virtual server storage is growing; 93% of the firms in our most recent Snapshot survey having virtualized at least some of their servers. Continue Reading
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Dell nips NetApp for top midrange storage array vendors honors
Dell beat out NetApp in a seesaw battle to lead another strong field in the eighth Quality Awards for midrange storage array vendors. Continue Reading
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Cloud-integrated storage appliances link on-premises storage to cloud
Cloud-integrated storage appliances allow hybrid storage configurations that link data center storage with cost-effective, scalable cloud storage. Continue Reading