The recent data meltdown at RBS and failing web services due to electric storms and adding the 'leap second' are a warning to all UK businesses that store or access digital data says Gary David Smith – the co-founder of Prism Total IT Support.
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.
Adam Continuity on Cloud Nine with EVault
Jul 17, 2012
End users experienced recovery speeds five times faster than tape with EVault cloud backup services according to Adam Continuity.
Toshiba meets souring enterprise data storage demands with its highest 10.5K rpm small form factor HDD
Jul 11, 2012
Toshiba Electronics Europe, Storage Products Division has announced its next generation of enterprise-class HDDs.
Adam Continuity on Cloud Nine with EVault
Jun 27, 2012
End users experienced recovery speeds five times faster than tape with EVault cloud backup services according to Adam Continuity. The provider of business and data continuity solutions has been so impressed with EVault that it expects most of its clients to make a successful transition to cloud connected backup within the next five years.
'All the power, without all the power': storage innovations will win data centre power struggle, says WHIPTAIL
Jun 27, 2012
The increase in demand for data centre performance will be a catalyst in mass market demand for fledgling storage technologies that consume less power at a lower total cost of ownership, claims Brian Feller, VP and General Manager EMEA of WHIPTAIL.
Professional tool and equipment distributor ensures business data recovery with Asigra Cloud Backup
Jun 06, 2012
Asigra Inc., a cloud backup software provider since 1986, announced that G2S Toolshop, a distributor of professional tools and equipment throughout Canada, has selected Asigra Cloud Backup delivered as a service by Telsist.
Imation ACCESS software adds location-based security policy management for USB devices
May 31, 2012
Imation Corp., a global scalable storage and data security company, has announced the availability of Imation ACCESS 4.1, software that manages Imation's secure USB drive offerings.
Monitor corporate data storage visually in the cloud - Debriefing Software add new features to the Wizards Storage Portal
May 24, 2012
Debriefing Software has announced: a major upgrade to its Wizards for Storwize application, Heat Maps for TSM, an enhanced Wizards Control Center (WCC) and the availability of its new Dynamic API programme.
Conseal signs distribution agreement with Blue Solutions
May 17, 2012
Conseal Security, the solutions provider for securing data on the move, has signed an agreement with consultancy-led software distributor Blue Solutions to grow its SMB channel community and increase sales of its removable storage device, USB and CD/DVD security products.
Healthcare at Home partner with data encryption specialist to maximise information security
May 03, 2012
Healthcare at Home Ltd, the UK home healthcare provider, has implemented WinMagic Inc's SecureDoc full disk encryption solution, protecting sensitive data across multiple platforms.
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.
