Unstructured data storage
Unstructured data storage refers to scale-out NAS, object storage, semi-structured data and big data. Unstructured data plays a role in cloud storage and tiered storage strategies. You can find the latest news and find valuable resources for unstructured data, storage media, semi-structured storage and storage for big data on this topic page.
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Unstructured data storage News
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August 11, 2016
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Aug'16
Panzura enables greater expansion of global file system controllers
Panzura unveiled a new line of cloud storage controllers with global file system and high-performance data cache to help users collaborate across locations.
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February 02, 2016
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Feb'16
Panzura Global File System gets management upgrade
Panzura builds a new console that centralizes maintenance for its controllers and Global File System. The Google Maps-based monitoring and reporting tool manages cloud storage.
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January 06, 2016
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Jan'16
Companies use caution with cloud file sync and share
Though nearly half of companies are using cloud file sync-and-share services, those who aren't using it have taken a wait-and-see approach.
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October 06, 2015
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Oct'15
Avere CloudFusion virtual NAS debuts for AWS tiers
Avere Systems introduced its first CloudFusion virtual NAS last year for the cloud. It now offers a scaled-down version for three tiers of the AWS public cloud.
Unstructured data storage Get Started
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Conquer unstructured data: Scale-out NAS vs. object storage
Learn how scale-out NAS and object storage systems work, their pros and cons, manageability and how they integrate with your storage infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Why enterprise sync and share should learn to love BYOA
BYOA is inevitable today -- but instead of viewing it as a threat, enterprises should see it as an opportunity to roll out new sync-and-share apps. Continue Reading
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Think beyond simple sync and share
Providing an alternative to public cloud-based file sync-and-share services is a good idea, but be prepared to expand services to other processes. Continue Reading
Evaluate Unstructured data storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Block, file and object storage interfaces enable integration
Explore the capabilities, as well as the strengths and weaknesses, of some storage vendors' products that support and integrate block, file and object interfaces. Continue Reading
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Seven ways to unlock the power of all types of unstructured data
New storage services have emerged to help IT pros maintain and deliver access to ever-larger and more valuable data sets, particularly all types of unstructured data. These include data sets for big data analysis, DevOps, storage self-service and ... Continue Reading
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SAN purchase and deployment criteria by the numbers
Capacity and application needs drive businesses to deploy new storage area network systems, while criteria such as number of LUNs and multipathing are key to purchasing decisions. Continue Reading
Manage Unstructured data storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Learn storage techniques for managing unstructured data use
Rearchitect storage to maximize unstructured data use at the global scale for larger data sets coming from big data analytics and other applications. Continue Reading
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How to survive the growth of unstructured data and capacity limits
Storage capacity is growing at a rate that is unlikely to slow down. Randy Kerns talks unstructured data, and how to deal with the consequences, in this Storage Decisions clip. Continue Reading
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Unstructured data storage showdown: Object storage vs scale-out NAS
Object storage and scale-out NAS are both highly scalable and built to handle large amounts of unstructured data. Which one is best suited for your environment? Continue Reading
Problem Solve Unstructured data 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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Enterprise file sharing, shadow IT require swift action
File sync-and-share has vexed enterprises, but it's time to fight back and get those files out of the clouds and off employees' personal devices. Continue Reading
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File virtualization strategies for managing unstructured data
File virtualization approaches vary depending on your IT infrastructure and how much unstructured data is managed. Learn four ways to virtualize file access. Continue Reading
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Controlling unstructured file data storage growth: Five storage reduction tips
By its nature, unstructured file data storage is uncontrolled and a quite unruly. Here are five tips on how to reduce your file data storage growth. Continue Reading