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• SSD (solid-state drive)

  An SSD (solid-state drive) is a type of nonvolatile storage media that stores persistent data on solid-state flash memory. Continue Reading

• file system

  In a computer, a file system -- sometimes written filesystem -- is the way in which files are named and where they are placed logically for storage and retrieval. Continue Reading

• storage virtualization

  Storage virtualization is the pooling of physical storage from multiple storage devices into what appears to be a single storage device -- or pool of available storage capacity -- that is managed from a central console. Continue Reading

• cache (computing)

  A cache -- pronounced CASH -- is hardware or software that is used to store something, usually data, temporarily in a computing environment. Continue Reading

• NVMe flash storage is shaking things up

  The development of the nonvolatile memory express protocol is a huge step forward in allowing enterprises to maximize the benefits inherent to flash storage. NVMe puts storage closer to the CPU, reduces latency and increases the amount of parallel ... Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • SSD (solid-state drive)
  • file system
  • storage virtualization
  • cache (computing)

  • mebibyte (MiB)
  • gigabyte
  • RAID 5
  • non-volatile storage (NVS)

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• Catch the next wave of digital IT transformation: Learning tech

  IT learning technologies, such as machine learning and AI workloads, are gaining traction and could be the next wave of IT investment that drives competitive advantages.Continue Reading

• Storage conferences aren't what they used to be

  If you're an IT pro looking for a good storage user conference these days, you'll probably have to go through one or more of your storage vendors to find one.Continue Reading

• Storage class memory advances could be a game-changer

  Sometimes referred to as persistent memory, SCM may address the growing gap between storage and memory technologies. But don't expect it to happen just yet.Continue Reading

• mebibyte (MiB)

  A mebibyte (MiB) is a unit of measurement used in computer data storage.Continue Reading

• PATA and SATA: The evolution of disk standards

  Disk standards have evolved over time, and while PATA and IDE may have reliability on their side, growing support and advancements for SATA may make it the preferred option.Continue Reading

• 5D data storage and the future of optical technology

  Researchers say revolutionary 5D optical storage could protect hundreds of terabytes of data for billions of years, far beyond the capabilities of current storage media.Continue Reading

• 3D NAND technology: What it is and where it's headed

  Following a recent NAND flash shortage, 3D NAND is seeing renewed interest from consumers and vendors. Discover what makes the technology a compelling flash memory option.Continue Reading

• gigabyte

  A gigabyte -- pronounced with two hard Gs -- is a unit of data storage capacity that is roughly equivalent to 1 billion bytes.Continue Reading

• Storage Spaces Direct requirements you need to know about

  Microsoft's architecture uses commodity hardware to create highly available, software-defined storage. But success depends on following the vendor's rules and recommendations.Continue Reading

• RAID 5

  RAID 5 is a redundant array of independent disks configuration that uses disk striping with parity.Continue Reading