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Unified storage

How OpenStack Block Storage differs from traditional block storage

OpenStack Block Storage differs from integrated stacks of traditional block storage, says IDC analyst; it's more akin to storage virtualization. Continue Reading
Multiprotocol and unified data storage tutorial for SMBs

In this tutorial, learn how to choose the best multiprotocol storage system, and about the block and file storage protocol options available in the latest offerings. Continue Reading
Realizing benefits of storage consolidation sometimes easier said than done

When done right, storage consolidation will reduces machine count and increases storage utilization. Just be sure to invest in vendor support, since problems stemming from consolidating a storage infrastructure will have a deep impact. Continue Reading
NAS gateway product snapshots

A NAS gateway offers file-based accesses to external storage on a disk array -- or a SAN, where users can take advantage of superior performance and reliability while maintaining a level of simplicity. Since storage is moved off of the NAS device, ... Continue Reading
Crash Course: Zoning

To help you get further along the road with your own SAN implementation, we've collected a wealth of expert zoning advice for you. This Crash Course will teach you about zoning methods and how to troubleshoot your own installation. Continue Reading

Learn which approaches an organization can take -- including using a single provider, a managed partnership or DIY -- when ...

Smaller businesses may lack in-house expertise for developing a BC/DR strategy, but managed service providers may be able to lend...

Although all-in-one options for business continuity and disaster recovery planning are lacking, organizations can create a system...

Backup vendors Druva and Commvault say the multi-billion-dollar Veeam acquisition validates the strategies they've been executing...

Nakivo now supports tape and physical servers, a departure from its initial focus on cloud and VMs. Demand and expert opinion ...

Catalogic's new KubeDR tool protects cluster configurations, metadata and certificates, which is data often overlooked by ...

What will the hyper-convergence market bring in 2020? Learn how 13 hyper-converged infrastructure vendors are addressing the ...

Hyper-convergence helps enterprises better provision applications at the network edge and more efficiently process enormous ...

Before selecting a composable architecture, compare the different platforms' processing power, latency rates, supported IOPS, ...