Software-defined storage
Software-defined storage is part of a larger software-defined data center trend. Software-defined architecture places an emphasis on services rather than the hardware. Software-defined storage can be used to virtualize x86 servers or other storage hardware, or manage multiple storage systems. It is a key piece of hyper-converged and other server-based storage architectures.
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Download: Navigating the All-Flash Array Buying Process
All-flash storage is taking over as the first choice to store mission-critical workloads. But all-flash array (AFA) storage products are not all the same, as they vary by capacity, performance, reliability, and price. Allow this expert buyer’s guide to help you through the all-flash array evaluation and purchasing process.
Software-defined storage News
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April 18, 2019
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Apr'19
Qumulo storage IPO possible, CEO says
Qumulo's scale-out storage is available as branded NAS appliances and as a software-only license. An integrated NAS fabric replicates data from local arrays to the public cloud.
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April 02, 2019
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Apr'19
Pure Storage buys Compuverde, expands file storage
Pure Storage's second acquisition builds on its unstructured data focus, as Compuverde's file system software runs in virtual NAS or hyper-converged modes.
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March 28, 2019
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Mar'19
Komprise launches NAS migration tool, user-driven archiving
Komprise says customers wanted NAS migration as a separate tool, so it now makes it available even if you don't buy its full Intelligent Data Management platform.
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March 27, 2019
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Mar'19
Portworx adds security and DR options for container storage
Cisco, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NetApp have invested in the container storage software startup. Now, the company aims to get those vendors' customers interested.
Software-defined storage Get Started
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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
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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
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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
Evaluate Software-defined storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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What you need to know about blockchain storage
Using blockchain for data storage is growing in popularity. Here, we answer five frequently asked questions about this emerging technology to help you get started. Continue Reading
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What's new in Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct?
Microsoft has increased the capacity, resiliency and other advantages of the software-defined storage that comes with Windows Server 2019. Find out about all the benefits. Continue Reading
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What is HPE SimpliVity hyper-converged with Composable Fabric?
SimpliVity with Composable Fabric incorporates HPE's software-defined networking technology for implementing, managing and automating a fully connected and composable mesh fabric. Continue Reading
Manage Software-defined storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Latest Microsoft SDDC updates improve security, performance
Microsoft enhanced Windows Server 2019 software-defined networking and other virtualization facets of its latest server OS to improve security and increase workload performance. Continue Reading
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What are some server and data migration best practices for backup?
Are you ready for your next data migration project? Take the Myspace migration failure as motivation to implement data source and backup best practices. Continue Reading
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2 storage tiering strategies for modern media
Storage tiering makes a comeback as businesses aim to get the most out of their storage systems. Discover the rules for optimizing both intrasystem and intersystem tiering. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Software-defined 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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Data migration checklist: 6 steps to ease migration stress
Following a detailed data migration strategy with extensive upfront planning can simplify complicated and labor-intensive SAN data migration projects. Continue Reading
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RAID levels and benefits explained
RAID can enable better data storage performance and higher availability, and there are many different types of RAID. Read about the different levels of RAID and where they work best. Continue Reading
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What is the difference between memory and storage?
Storage and memory each fulfill a connected but separate role in a computer, based mostly on whether or not the data each uses stays in place when the power is turned off. Continue Reading