Public cloud storage
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Public cloud storage News
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March 18, 2021
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Mar'21
AWS adds serverless capability to S3 object storage
Amazon introduced a feature to process data as it is being retrieved from S3. This allows use cases such as on-the-fly format conversion or PII redaction.
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March 17, 2021
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Mar'21
Diamanti Spektra completes cloud trifecta with GCP support
Diamanti Spektra 3.2 added support for Google Cloud, extending the platform to all three major public clouds, as well as CRI-O support for customers that want to replace Docker.
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March 16, 2021
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Mar'21
Cloud file vendors try to woo enterprise storage buyers
Some enterprises want cloud file storage to complement or replace legacy NAS. Several product enhancements last week target issues of cost, data security and remote shared storage.
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December 17, 2020
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Dec'20
Veeam acquisition, Google-Actifio highlight 2020 storage M&A
Data protection vendors Veeam, Actifio and Datrium were acquisition targets in 2020; Google and VMware opened their wallets; and Intel sold its memory business -- but kept Optane.
Public cloud storage Get Started
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Azure File Sync service puts pep in hybrid storage setups
Microsoft's Azure Files offering alleviates traditional support efforts and hardware costs. Using this additional service can improve performance and keep end users happy. Continue Reading
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cloud encryption (cloud storage encryption)
Cloud encryption is a service offered by cloud storage providers whereby a customer's data is transformed using encryption algorithms into ciphertext and stored in the cloud. Continue Reading
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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
Evaluate Public cloud storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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A close look at NetApp Cloud Volumes Service for Google Cloud
Compared to other versions of the NetApp Cloud Volumes Service, the software-defined edition on Google Cloud has some key distinctions that IT admins should note. Continue Reading
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Compare file sync vs. backup for data protection
The use of both file syncs and backups could be beneficial for enterprises, as each has its advantages. Pay particular attention to security and point-in-time recovery. Continue Reading
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The best enterprise cloud storage of 2020
Winners address cloud NAS, hosted cloud and cloud-native application management, highlighting the technology's growing importance in an evolving IT world. Continue Reading
Manage Public cloud storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Cloud storage best practices in the work-from-home era
Find out what data and applications are best for cloud storage, what design factors to consider and how to choose the right service to meet short- and long-term needs of remote workers. Continue Reading
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5 critical capabilities for multi-cloud data management
Organizations face increasing challenges managing data across multiple clouds. Find out the features to look for in your multi-cloud data management products and services. Continue Reading
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Boost cloud storage performance for your work-from-home workforce
Optimizing cloud storage security and performance are key to transitioning to a 100% remote workforce. Learn best practices to follow as your organization responds to COVID-19. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Public cloud 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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Fine-tune your storage-as-a-service approach
What you need to know about storage-as-a-service options to make them work for your organization. Service levels, data protection and upgrade schedules can be the differentiators. Continue Reading
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The realities of unstructured data management revealed
Managing and gleaning business value from unstructured data is of utmost importance to enterprises today. Our infographic outlines the challenges respondents face. Continue Reading
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Public cloud workload success requires IT leadership
IT must change with the times and adapt to the reality that others within the organization can now procure and provision cloud resources without their input. Continue Reading