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Data center storage

• Storage Spaces Direct builds on Windows Storage Spaces

  With the new Direct feature, Windows Storage Spaces can use local storage for failover clusters. It also supports JBOD storage.  Continue Reading

• Commercial Hadoop distributors bring HDFS improvements

  These three commercial distributions of Hadoop are alternative options for big data storage that can bypass data protection and performance problems common with HDFS.  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

• Software-defined storage market: Custom vs. commodity hardware

  One of the allures of software-defined storage is that commodity hardware can be used to lower costs. But a custom hardware vendor's offer may sometimes be a better option.  Continue Reading

• Storage for server virtualization: Available options

  Every storage type has its benefits and drawbacks, but what is the best storage for server virtualization? Brien Posey discusses the different options for virtual environments.  Continue Reading

• Docker storage and virtual storage requirements differ

  Docker containers and virtualization present some of the same challenges when it comes to storage, but identical Docker storage and virtual storage systems might not be the answer.  Continue Reading

• Why a cloud storage architecture is a good virtual server option

  A cloud storage architecture can provide the virtual server connection your organization wants with fewer upfront costs and more flexibility.  Continue Reading

• Evaluating storage protocols for your virtual server environment

  The storage networking protocols available for virtual servers differ from those available for physical servers. Here's how to weigh your options.  Continue Reading

• Pick the best LUN size

  Is it better to create one large LUN or many smaller LUNs? The following guidelines can help you to pick the most appropriate LUN size.  Continue Reading

• Three reasons why object storage is a good HDFS alternative

  HDFS manages data across dispersed nodes, but an object storage system that leverages commodity storage can be a compelling alternative.  Continue Reading

• Archiving methods: Smart meta tags, archive in place and FLAPE

  Jon Toigo outlines several archiving techniques, the technologies that make them run smoothly, and explains why data classification is crucial.  Continue Reading

• Learn the benefits of converged infrastructure systems

  Converged infrastructures bundle compute, storage and networking into a single offering that can be deployed quickly. Find out what else they can do.  Continue Reading

• Software-defined storage architecture agility aids integration efforts

  Look for an SDS option that is flexible and can adapt to a changing, multi-hypervisor environment, says Jon Toigo.  Continue Reading

• What's the best way to implement products from software-defined storage vendors?

  Depending on how you choose to integrate SDS into your system, there are pros and cons to consider.  Continue Reading

• Three considerations to ensure data storage efficiency

  Vendors often claim their products cut out storage inefficiency, but administrators can make a difference as well with some planning.  Continue Reading