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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November 11, 2019
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Nov'19
OpenText's Carbonite acquisition expands its cloud portfolio
OpenText acquires Carbonite, a vendor in cloud-based data protection and backup, disaster recovery and end-point security.
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November 11, 2019
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Commvault lays out Metallic and Hedvig roadmaps
Commvault is adding nonbackup capabilities to Metallic and integrating Hedvig with HyperScale. The vendor will roll out features for the two ventures over the course of next year.
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November 01, 2019
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SwiftStack 7 storage upgrade targets AI, machine learning use cases
SwiftStack's latest upgrade extends its ProxyFS file system to the edge and cloud namespace to file data namespace to cater to artificial intelligence, machine learning workloads.
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October 28, 2019
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HPE brings InfoSight AI to SimpliVity HCI
HPE brings technologies from two 2017 acquisitions -- predictive analytics and hyper-convergences -- together with InfoSight on SimpliVity in hopes of giving SimpliVity a sales jolt.
Software-defined storage Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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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
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data classification
Data classification is the process of organizing data into categories that make it is easy to retrieve, sort and store for future use. Continue Reading
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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
Evaluate Software-defined storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Composable infrastructure platform pros and cons
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Will replication help spur adoption of VMware vVOLs?
Virtual Volumes -- now known as vVOLS -- have gained Storage Resource Management support for array-based replication, plugging a gap that hindered adoption. Continue Reading
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How Cisco and Nexenta software defines storage for HyperFlex HCI
See how Nexenta's virtual storage appliance software can extend Cisco HyperFlex HCI storage capabilities without additional hardware or complex system reconfigurations. Continue Reading
Manage Software-defined storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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5 ways container data storage can lower costs
Embracing data storage containers within your organization could help cut storage costs, end wasteful business practices and streamline your storage operations. Continue Reading
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Develop copy management systems for streamlined production
A copy management system can reduce sprawl and be an essential piece of your data protection strategy. But make sure you understand the key phrases and technological components. Continue Reading
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Worried about storing unstructured data? You're not alone
Most data being created today is unstructured, and storage pros often find themselves struggling to keep up. Luckily, efficient unstructured data storage is still possible. 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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How to address HCI's resource provisioning challenges
Provisioning in hyper-convergence is often imbalanced. Integrating more powerful, higher-capacity nodes with HCI software or taking a more hybrid approach can help. Continue Reading
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How blockchain sharding solves the blockchain scalability issue
Sharding is the answer to the scalability problem inherent in blockchain technology. Find out the advantages of sharding and the four problems associated with it. Continue Reading
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Hyper-V vs. VMware comparison: What are the differences?
Hyper-V and VMware are in a perpetual battle for supremacy in the virtualization market. Although the two hypervisors have similar features, capabilities are somewhat different. Continue Reading