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FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) is a storage protocol that enable Fibre Channel (FC) communications to run directly over Ethernet. Continue Reading
Fibre Channel switch (FC switch)
A Fibre Channel switch is a networking device that is compatible with the Fibre Channel (FC) protocol and designed for use in a dedicated storage area network (SAN). Continue Reading
NVMe speeds explained
The non-volatile memory express protocol is tailor-made to make SSDs fast. Get up to speed on NVMe performance and how it compares to the SATA and SAS interfaces. Continue Reading
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SAN switch (storage area network switch)
A storage area network (SAN) switch is a device that connects servers and shared pools of storage devices and is dedicated to moving storage traffic. Continue Reading
unified storage (multiprotocol storage)
Unified storage -- sometimes called network unified storage or multiprotocol storage -- is a storage system that makes it possible to run and manage files and applications from a single device. Continue Reading
virtual memory
Virtual memory is a memory management technique where secondary memory can be used as if it were a part of the main memory.Continue Reading
virtual storage area network (VSAN)
A virtual storage area network (VSAN) is a logical partition in a physical storage area network (SAN).Continue Reading
SAN vs. NAS: What are the key differences?
Compare SAN and NAS and find out what to consider when using each storage system format. Object storage and the cloud are also affecting the storage options that are available.Continue Reading
What are VMware vVols and how do they work?
VMware's new Virtual Volumes allow virtual machines and applications to be better allocated to storage. The feature is now available in beta.Continue Reading
hot plugging
Hot plugging is the addition of a component to a running computer system without significant interruption to the operation of the system.Continue Reading
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Container use and the implications for storage
Knowing which type of storage to deploy when using containers is important. We look at the storage architectures enterprises are using, the features preferred and more.Continue Reading
Get the most out of cloud caching appliances and gateways
Cloud storage caching can reduce performance-sapping latency. See how these appliances work, alternative approaches, in-demand features and the various products available.Continue Reading
Computational storage fundamentals explained
Computational storage is an emerging technology, but it isn't too soon to develop an understanding of how it can be used to address storage latency and performance issues.Continue Reading
Storage class memory could benefit VDI storage, remote work
SCM has the potential to meet IOPS and latency requirements of VDI workloads, but it isn't clear if it's worth the extra cost. We look at some possible ways this could happen.Continue Reading
NVMe-oF storage technology and terms explained
Get to know how NVMe-oF optimizes storage network performance and lowers latency with this roundup of terminology associated with the emerging technology.Continue Reading
SMR, HAMR and other HDD technologies you can build on
Hard disk drives could make a comeback in 2020, as new technologies such as SMR, HAMR, MAMR and dual actuators provide more capacity and speed for secondary storage.Continue Reading
Get to know edge storage and the technology around it
Edge computing changes how data is managed between the network endpoints and data centers or the cloud. Learn about the various components that make up an edge system.Continue Reading
Test your QLC storage knowledge
Do you know when and where to use QLC flash? Check out our quiz to see what workloads it's best for and other insight into the latest generation of NAND technology.Continue Reading
M.2 SSD
An M.2 SSD is a solid-state drive (SSD) that conforms to a computer industry specification and is used in internally mounted storage expansion cards of a small form factor.Continue Reading
6 key AI data storage questions answered
Want to know what to watch for when planning storage for AI workloads? Find out the key considerations and challenges for dealing with the complexities of AI.Continue Reading
kilobyte (KB or Kbyte)
A kilobyte (KB or Kbyte) is a unit of measurement for computer memory or data storage used by mathematics and computer science professionals, along with the general public, when referring to amounts of computer data using the metric system.Continue Reading
megabytes per second (MBps)
Megabytes per second (MBps) is a unit of measurement for data transfer speed to and from a computer storage device.Continue Reading
zettabyte
A zettabyte is a unit of measurement used by technology professionals and the general public to describe a computer or other device's storage capacity.Continue Reading
hybrid flash array
A hybrid flash array is a solid-state storage system that contains a mix of flash memory drives and hard disk drives.Continue Reading
3D NAND flash
3D NAND is a type of non-volatile flash memory in which the memory cells are stacked vertically in multiple layers.Continue Reading
Get to know NVMe protocol basics with these related terms
NVMe is a storage protocol that has made a difference in the enterprise. When looking into NVMe and its related technologies, it can help to have these basic terms on hand.Continue Reading
Flash memory standards and interfaces every IT admin should know
Flash memory standards can be confusing for even seasoned IT pros. TLC, QLC, MLC, SLC flash and so on. SAS vs. NVMe, NVMe-oF among others. Let's make sense of this acronym soup.Continue Reading
Computational storage terminology explained
Computational and edge storage are changing the way we manage data at the network edge. Understanding the terminology around this technology can help clarify how it works.Continue Reading
The advantages of SAN technology in an HCI world
Is your organization debating whether to replace its SAN with hyper-converged storage? Know the questions to ask, SAN's advantages for certain applications and more.Continue Reading
5 storage class memory queries answered
Find out if emerging SCM technology is right for your organization with this look at the benefits, uses and products, as well as what to assess when considering it.Continue Reading
Test your NVMe-oF storage acumen
Do you know the basics about implementing, enhancing and monitoring NVMe-oF? Check out our quiz to see if you're up to speed on this rapidly maturing technology.Continue Reading
RAID (redundant array of independent disks)
RAID (redundant array of independent disks) is a way of storing the same data in different places on multiple hard disks or solid-state drives to protect data in the case of a drive failure.Continue Reading
cache memory
Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is high-speed static random access memory (SRAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular random access memory (RAM).Continue Reading
capacity management
Capacity management is the broad term describing a variety of IT monitoring, administration and planning actions that are taken to ensure that a computing infrastructure has adequate resources to handle current data processing requirements as well ...Continue Reading
cloud storage
Cloud storage is a service model in which data is transmitted and stored on remote storage systems, where it is maintained, managed, backed up and made available to users over a network (typically the internet).Continue Reading
secondary storage
Secondary storage is storage for noncritical data that will not be frequently accessed.Continue Reading
logical unit number (LUN)
A logical unit number (LUN) is a unique identifier for designating an individual or collection of physical or virtual storage devices that execute input/output (I/O) commands with a host computer, as defined by the Small System Computer Interface (...Continue Reading
NVMe over Fabrics (NVMe-oF)
NVMe over Fabrics, also known as NVMe-oF and non-volatile memory express over fabrics, is a protocol specification designed to connect hosts to storage across a network fabric using the NVMe protocol.Continue Reading
CIFS (Common Internet File System)
CIFS (Common Internet File System) is a protocol that gained popularity around the year 2000, as vendors worked to establish an Internet Protocol-based file-sharing protocol.Continue Reading
storage as a service (STaaS)
Storage as a service can be delivered on premises from infrastructure that is dedicated to a single customer, or it can be delivered from the public cloud as a shared service that's purchased by subscription and is billed according to one or more ...Continue Reading
QLC NAND
QLC NAND (quad-level cell NAND) is a form of NAND flash memory that can store up to four bits of data per memory cell.Continue Reading
iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface)
ISCSI is a transport layer protocol that describes how Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) packets should be transported over a TCP/IP network.Continue Reading
NAS, SAN, or DAS? Quiz yourself on these 3 types of storage
It's not easy to choose and deploy a data storage infrastructure system. Take this test to find out if you're ready to assess whether DAS, NAS or SAN is right for your business.Continue Reading
8 factors that make AI storage more efficient
AI workloads need storage optimized for performance, capacity and availability. Discover everything you'll want to consider when planning storage for AI applications.Continue Reading
DRAM (dynamic random access memory)
Dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is a type of semiconductor memory that is typically used for the data or program code needed by a computer processor to function.Continue Reading
RAID 10 (RAID 1+0)
RAID 10, also known as RAID 1+0, is a RAID configuration that combines disk mirroring and disk striping to protect data.Continue Reading
What works best for IoT storage?
Storage for IoT devices and applications requires new strategies and approaches. Find out how three approaches are being used to facilitate storage for consumers and enterprises.Continue Reading
Test your unstructured data storage knowhow
Do you know how to manage and store unstructured data? Take our quiz to see what's required for enterprise-scale data storage, how machine learning and metadata can help and more.Continue Reading
How to monitor NetApp quotas for disks with PowerShell
NetApp's PowerShell module provides a fast and easy way to automate and monitor NetApp quotas for disks. Learn how with this step-by-step tutorial.Continue Reading
PCIe SSD (PCIe solid-state drive)
A PCIe SSD (PCIe solid-state drive) is a high-speed expansion card that attaches a computer to its peripherals.Continue Reading
Debunking 5 common myths about data storage containers
Storage containers can hold a lot of things, including misconceptions. Here are five common container storage myths that need to vanish.Continue Reading
Object-based storage gains primary storage traction
This infographic illustrates why most IT leaders believe object storage is ready to support leading IT initiatives.Continue Reading
Cloud repatriation is a symptom of a wider cloud storage trend
People are rethinking their cloud storage strategies, adjusting for hidden costs, application needs and compatibility issues in a world of public, private and hybrid options.Continue Reading
Why cloud block storage deployments are on the rise
Move over object and file storage; use of block storage in the public cloud is increasing as more businesses prepare to move or have already redeployed workloads to the cloud.Continue Reading
VRAM (video RAM)
VRAM (video RAM) is a reference to any type of random access memory (RAM) used to store image data for a computer display.Continue Reading
Kilo, mega, giga, tera, peta, exa, zetta and all that
Kilo, mega, giga, tera, peta, exa, zetta are among the list of prefixes used to denote the quantity of something, such as a byte or bit in computing and telecommunications.Continue Reading
flash memory
Flash memory, also known as flash storage, is a type of nonvolatile memory that erases data in units called blocks.Continue Reading
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RAM (Random Access Memory)
RAM (Random Access Memory) is the hardware in a computing device where the operating system (OS), application programs and data in current use are kept so they can be quickly reached by the device's processor.Continue Reading
storage area network (SAN)
A storage area network (SAN) is a dedicated high-speed network or subnetwork that interconnects and presents shared pools of storage devices to multiple servers.Continue Reading
Multi-cloud vs. hybrid cloud: What's the difference and why it matters
Both multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures provide businesses with flexibility. Find out what differentiates them and makes one better than the other for your business.Continue Reading
RAID 6 (redundant array of independent disks)
RAID 6, also known as double-parity RAID, uses two parity stripes on each disk. It allows for two disk failures within the RAID set before any data is lost.Continue Reading
Multi-cloud data storage implementation best practices
This handbook lays out the key implementation steps to take when moving to a multiple cloud storage strategy and the must-have features that need to be on your radar.Continue Reading
hard disk drive (HDD)
A computer hard disk drive (HDD) is a non-volatile memory hardware device that controls the positioning, reading and writing of the hard disk, which furnishes data storage.Continue Reading
byte
In most computer systems, a byte is a unit of data that is eight binary digits long. Bytes are often used to represent a character such as a letter, number or typographic symbol.Continue Reading
Get to know data storage containers and their terminology
Looking into containerization? You're going to need these key terms to better understand the technology, how it works and which vendors are offering it.Continue Reading
network-attached storage (NAS)
Network-attached storage (NAS) is dedicated file storage that enables multiple users and heterogeneous client devices to retrieve data from centralized disk capacity.Continue Reading
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
How NVMe-oF advantages are transforming storage
There's a lot involved with deploying NVMe over fabrics. Here's what you need to know to fully understand this communication protocol and make it work in your organization.Continue Reading
Getting started with containerized storage
Containerization simplifies storage operations, saving time and money. Getting started is easy, too, once you know what to look for.Continue Reading
Hybrid Cloud Storage
Hybrid cloud storage is an approach to managing storage that uses both local and off-site resources.Continue Reading
Put your multi-cloud storage knowledge to the test
Do you know what you need to about multi-cloud and storage? Use our quiz to find out about the technology's basics, as well as integration, management and migration issues.Continue Reading
5 NVMe-oF implementation questions answered
Want to know more about implementing NVMe over fabrics, where it's useful and what to consider? Get answers to these and other questions surrounding this technology.Continue Reading
Hadoop as a service (HaaS)
Hadoop as a service (HaaS), also known as Hadoop in the cloud, is a big data analytics framework that stores and analyzes data in the cloud using Hadoop.Continue Reading
Effective data management to combat the coming data apocalypse
Data management and storage are evolving to deal with the coming datasphere explosion. Learn what's happening with unstructured, IoT and cloud data, as well as storage tiering.Continue Reading
5 storage class memory technology terms you should know
SCM will define the future of memory and storage. Get to know some of the key technologies you'll be hearing a lot more about in the next few years.Continue Reading
RAID controller
A RAID controller is a hardware device or software program used to manage hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs) in a computer or storage array so they work as a logical unit.Continue Reading
disk mirroring (RAID 1)
RAID 1 is one of the most common RAID levels and the most reliable. Data is written to two places simultaneously, so if one disk fails, the other can be used to retrieve data.Continue Reading
business impact analysis (BIA)
Business impact analysis (BIA) is a systematic process to determine and evaluate the potential effects of an interruption to critical business operations as a result of a disaster, accident or emergency.Continue Reading
What is Kubernetes CSI and how is it being used?
A recently released CSI-compliant plugin from Kubernetes could help simplify the process of connecting containerized workloads with storage systems.Continue Reading
Managing NetApp CIFS shares with PowerShell
NetApp provides a feature-rich PowerShell module to manage CIFS shares. Find out how it works, as well as how to set up a new share and establish permissions.Continue Reading
Test yourself on Fibre Channel basics and the latest updates
Are you up to speed on Fibre Channel? Take our quiz to find out if you know how the storage networking technology works and the latest updates.Continue Reading
dedicated cloud
A dedicated cloud is a single-tenant cloud infrastructure, which essentially acts as an isolated, single-tenant public cloud.Continue Reading
Multi-cloud strategy leads, but hybrid cloud is heating up
Enterprises today run most workloads in the cloud using multiple public, private or hybrid clouds. Learn their challenges, priorities, initiatives and more.Continue Reading
AI for storage management gets real
AI for storage is popping up everywhere, though much of what we're seeing is the automation of routine tasks. Discover what vendors are doing to use AI more creatively.Continue Reading
Predictive storage analytics, AI deliver smarter storage
Predictive analytics, AI and machine learning are coming together to create more intelligent data storage. Find out how your organization could benefit.Continue Reading
solid-state storage
Solid-state storage (SSS) is a type of computer storage media made from silicon microchips. SSS stores data electronically instead of magnetically, as spinning hard disk drives (HDDs) or magnetic oxide tape do.Continue Reading
3 NVMe-oF questions to consider when deploying the technology
Deploying NVMe over fabrics is a relatively simple process. However, make sure to check out three important areas before launching this technology.Continue Reading
Flash memory vs. RAM: What's the difference?
Even though vendors refer to flash memory and conventional RAM -- the main memory of your PC or server -- as solid-state memory, these two memory types are significantly different.Continue Reading
5 Ceph storage questions answered and explained
What do you need to know about Ceph open source storage to decide if it's right for your organization? See how it compares to object storage alternatives, and optimize its use.Continue Reading
NVMe storage know-how for an easy and optimized transition
Discover who's making the move to NVMe technology, how to ease the transition to and maximize the performance of this new storage technology, and find out where it's headed next.Continue Reading
persistent storage
Persistent storage is any data storage device that retains data after power to that device is shut off. It is also sometimes referred to as non-volatile storage.Continue Reading
Is your SSD storage acumen up to snuff?
Take our quiz to find out if you're up to speed on solid-state technology in areas such as SSD form factors, management strategy, security and innovation.Continue Reading
NVMe over fabrics options and opportunities
NVMe-oF is rapidly expanding across the network as new options become available. Discover what you need to know to implement the technology at your organization.Continue Reading
NVMe over TCP details and features you need to know
NVMe/TCP is here. The new specification lays out how to deliver data across an existing TCP network, making implementation simple and cost-efficient for organizations.Continue Reading
How blockchain storage could benefit the enterprise
Whether your organization is a potential buyer or seller of blockchain data storage, the technology could change how you look at storage. Discover where blockchain is headed.Continue Reading
data deduplication
Data deduplication -- often called intelligent compression or single-instance storage -- is a process that eliminates redundant copies of data and reduces storage overhead.Continue Reading
public cloud storage
Public cloud storage, also called storage-as-a-service or online storage is a service model that provides data storage on a pay-per-use basis, similar to the way a public utility like electric or gas provides and charges for services.Continue Reading
Is QLC NAND the right choice for you?
QLC drives can offer high storage capacity and low cost per gigabyte, but speedier alternatives may hold more appeal for some organizations. When does a switch to QLC make sense?Continue Reading
Effective multi-cloud storage strategies and management techniques
Is storage in a multi-cloud environment right for your organization? See what you need to do to deploy, manage and effectively use multi-cloud for data storage.Continue Reading