Tips

Tips

Cloud object storage

• How to use REST APIs in Python

  Using REST APIs with Python can offer storage administrators increased flexibility in their management tasks, but they need some knowledge of how to code.  Continue Reading

• Four tips for building a Swift object store

  OpenStack Swift doesn't have to be scary. You can use the command line, zones and access control lists to make object storage management a little easier.  Continue Reading

• Rethink the use of an object storage gateway for data migration

  Software options that allow data to be written natively to object storage may be better for your organization than gateways that migrate data to object stores.  Continue Reading

• Object storage vs. file storage for cloud applications

  Object storage systems have several advantages over file systems when it comes to storing cloud applications, including data protection, cost and scalability.  Continue Reading

• Four cloud-integrated storage drawbacks

  Cloud-integrated storage is a good way to move data to the cloud, but users should be aware of these four caveats before implementing the technology.  Continue Reading

• Object storage system choice rests on architecture, connectivity

  As you consider object storage for your cloud environment, here are several areas to focus on when comparing options.  Continue Reading

• Object storage vs. block storage in the cloud

  Object storage isn't your only choice when it comes to the cloud. George Crump digs into the benefits of alternative storage technologies such as NAS and block.  Continue Reading

• How cloud-integrated storage works with object storage systems

  When the RESTful API, the most common method of getting data to and from object storage, isn't an option, CIS systems can work as an alternative.  Continue Reading

• Alternatives to RESTful API for accessing object storage

  This tip examines other options for connecting to object storage when an application isn't compatible with the RESTful API.  Continue Reading

• Using the RESTful API as an onramp to object storage

  RESTful APIs are essential in moving data on and off of object storage systems. Expert Marc Staimer describes the three options currently available.  Continue Reading

• Top tips for OpenStack Swift object storage use

  Senior cloud architect Beth Cohen offers tips on how to use OpenStack Swift object storage in the most efficient and economical ways.  Continue Reading

• Advantages of using an object storage system

  Learn the advantages of implementing an object storage system in your data storage environment.  Continue Reading

• Cloud storage options: Public vs. private vs. hybrid cloud storage

  Cloud storage options include public cloud, private cloud and hybrid cloud storage. We weigh their scalability, security, performance, reliability and cost.  Continue Reading