Database storage
An organization’s most critical information is often stored in databases, making database storage a key component for any data center. Database storage requires predictable, low-latency block storage to keep Oracle, Microsoft SQL and other structured data available to users. Find the latest news on product options and management tips on database storage on this topics page.
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Database storage News
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September 12, 2018
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Sep'18
Rubrik backup suite bolstered by new Datos IO release
Seven months after acquiring Datos IO, Rubrik adds NoSQL data protection with the release of Rubrik Datos IO 3.0, addresses distributed database protection for the first time.
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May 26, 2016
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May'16
Symbolic IO's IRIS makes eyes at in-memory storage
Symbolic IO emerges from stealth, with a claim that its IRIS product can shrink memory-based storage, rehydrate it quickly in RAM and preserve it intact.
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July 31, 2015
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Jul'15
Amazon adds new features to S3 and zero-downtime migration for Aurora
Amazon his week made enhancements and added features to its Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) and its Amazon Aurora relational database. The S3 has been upgraded with more event notifications ...
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September 29, 2014
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Sep'14
Oracle launches all-flash SAN, backup box for databases
Larry Ellison took aim at EMC when he introduced a flash storage array and disk backup product at his Sunday keynote at Oracle Open World. Never mind that the world is filled with flash SANs and ...
Database storage Get Started
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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
Evaluate Database storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Top 5 enterprise workloads where a SAN may be the best choice
Find out why a SAN makes sense for enterprise applications such as databases, server virtualization, business applications, VDI, and development and testing. Continue Reading
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Compare NoSQL database types in the cloud
NoSQL and cloud computing were made for each other. Dig in to the types of database offerings that are available from major cloud providers and third-party vendors. Continue Reading
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IT storage team skills for hyper-converged secondary storage
Is your IT storage team ready for the arrival of hyper-converged secondary storage? Learn what storage skills pros need now in order to take on this latest development in storage tech. Continue Reading
Manage Database storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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What are some best practices for planning database backups?
Adhering to service-level agreements, keeping up with performance demands and planning for future workloads are just a few of the goals you should keep in mind when planning database backups. Continue Reading
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Make container data mobile in today's cloud world
Data mobility is essential with container and hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures. A data plane framework and data abstraction can ensure both data and application mobility. Continue Reading
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What is the top storage challenge with in-memory databases?
Wikibon CTO David Floyer said the greatest challenge with an in-memory database from a storage perspective is recovery in the event of a problem. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Database storage Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Storage design for in-memory databases should focus on low latency, flash
Storage design for an in-memory database should focus on low latency, low variance through use of DRAM and NAND flash, notes Wikibon CTO David Floyer. Continue Reading
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How storage IT pros can support the recovery of in-memory databases
Wikibon CTO David Floyer provides advice on how storage IT pros can support the recovery of an in-memory database to avoid hours of downtime. Continue Reading
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How DBAs view storage