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• 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

• Definitions to Get Started

  • iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface)
  • DRAM (dynamic random access memory)
  • RAID 10 (RAID 1+0)
  • PCIe SSD (PCIe solid-state drive)

  • VRAM (video RAM)
  • Kilo, mega, giga, tera, peta, exa, zetta and all that
  • flash memory
  • RAM (Random Access Memory)

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• 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

• 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

• 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