The University at Buffalo (UB), a premier, research-intensive public university, has chosen Panasas’ ActiveStor Ultra high-performance computing (HPC) data storage to serve as the backbone for its Centre for Computational Research (CCR).
Data Storage, Backup, Restore and Recovery, Data Security, Data Management
Data storage is the process of saving digital information in a way that it can be retrieved later. It is a core function of computers and other electronic devices. Data storage can be accomplished using a variety of media, including hard drives, solid-state drives, optical discs, and cloud storage/data centre. A data center is a physical facility that houses computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and storage systems. These IT Reseller articles relate to Data Storage, Data Storage and backup, Data Storage and Retrieval, Storage application, Storage devices, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Data Security, Data Management, Backup and recovery, Digital Storage & Web storage.
Cobalt Iron Compass honoured by Frost & Sullivan with data backup Product Leadership Award
Aug 18, 2020
Cobalt Iron Inc., provider of SaaS-based enterprise data protection, has received the 2020 North American Product Leadership Award for Data Backup from Frost & Sullivan.
Panasas launches the new PanFS with dynamic data acceleration technology
Aug 06, 2020
Panasas has released Dynamic Data Acceleration on the new PanFS parallel file system, a proprietary software feature that delivers predictable high performance by automatically adapting to the changing and evolving small file and mixed workloads that dominate today’s HPC and AI landscape.
ViON selects Scality RING8 to power new hybrid-cloud services in Tier-1 government agencies
Jul 13, 2020
Scality and ViON have announced RING8 as a core technology powering two of ViON's predefined cloud service offerings: Object Storage-as-a-Service (OSaaS) and the long-term Archive-as-a-Service (AaaS). These new cloud services are central components of the ViON Enterprise Cloud (VEC) Infrastructure Services.
Calligo announces second Irish acquisition in six months
Jun 17, 2020
Calligo, the end-to-end managed data services provider, has acquired Itomic Voice & Data Ltd., a Cork- and Dublin-based IT managed services provider, specialising in delivering IT solutions and maintenance and managed Microsoft 365 and Azure services nationwide. The value of the deal has not been disclosed.
Exertis Hammer announces DDN distribution agreement
Jun 10, 2020
Value-add distributor Exertis Hammer has announced an EMEA-wide distribution agreement with big data storage supplier to data-intensive, global organisations, DDN.
FireEye Cloudvisory: A control centre for multi-cloud security
May 19, 2020
FireEye, Inc., the intelligence-led security company, has announced the availability of FireEye Cloudvisory, a control centre for cloud security management across any security environment – private, public and hybrid.
UK cloud services provider deploys Veeam and Cloudian storage solution for ransomware protection and Office 365 back-up
May 13, 2020
Cloudian has announced that Central Technology Limited (CT), the UK cloud services provider and Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP), has introduced new ransomware protection and Office 365 backup services built on Veeam software and Cloudian’s HyperStore object storage platform.
New study exposes hidden costs of high-performance storage; downtime and labour costs are significant burdens that risk the mission
May 07, 2020
Total cost of ownership (TCO) now rivals performance as a top criterion for purchasing high-performance computing (HPC) storage systems, according to an independent study published by Hyperion Research.
Hitachi announces new virtual storage platform supercharged for partners
Apr 23, 2020
Hitachi announces new virtual storage platform supercharged for partners
Data Storage
Data Storage is a core function of computers and other electronic devices. Data storage devices come in a variety of forms, including hard drives, solid-state drives, optical discs, and flash drives.
The most common type of data storage is file storage. File storage organizes data into files and folders, which makes it easy for users to find and manage their data. Block storage is another type of data storage that is often used for databases.
Here are some of the different types of data storage:
- Hard drives: Hard drives are the most common type of data storage. They are relatively inexpensive and can store a large amount of data.
- Solid-state drives (SSDs): SSDs are newer type of data storage that are faster than hard drives. However, they are also more expensive.
- Optical discs: Optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs, are a popular type of data storage for storing music, movies, and other files.
- Flash drives: Flash drives are small, portable devices that can be used to store data. They are a convenient way to transfer data between devices.
Data Centers
A data center is a facility that houses computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and storage systems. It is a centralized location for the collection, storage, processing, and distribution of data. Data centers are typically used by large organizations, such as corporations, government agencies, and educational institutions.
The key components of a data center include:
- Servers: Servers are the primary computing devices in a data center. They are responsible for running applications and storing data.
- Storage: Data centers need a way to store large amounts of data. This is typically done using disk drives, tape drives, or solid-state drives.
- Networking: Data centers need a reliable network infrastructure to connect the servers and storage devices. This network must be able to handle a high volume of traffic.
- Power: Data centers need a reliable power supply to keep the servers and storage devices running. This is often done using backup generators and UPS systems.
- Cooling: Data centers generate a lot of heat. This heat needs to be removed to prevent the servers and storage devices from overheating. This is typically done using air conditioners or chillers.
Data centers are typically located in areas with a cool climate and a reliable power supply. They are also often located in close proximity to major telecommunications networks.
The benefits of using a data center include:
- Scalability: Data centers can be scaled up or down to meet the needs of the organization.
- Security: Data centers are typically located in secure facilities with controlled access.
- Reliability: Data centers are designed to be highly reliable and available.
- Performance: Data centers can provide high performance for applications and data storage.
