Tandberg Data, the leading European data storage company, has recruited Gary Preston (ex Overland Storage's sales director northern Europe) as its new sales director for Europe.
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.
Data storage suppliers are failing customers say IT directors
Sep 23, 2004
CSFs Stop Buying Storage research concludes many storage purchases are a quick fix to avoid the pain of optimising current resources
GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPANY SELECTS CNT FOR THREE STORAGE NETWORKING PROJECTS
Sep 21, 2004
Multi-site business continuity solution leverages CNT technology.
MARANTI QUALIFIES TEXAS MEMORY SYSTEMS DISK SUBSYSTEM SURPASSES 200,000 I/Os PER SECOND PER PORT THROUGHPUT
Sep 21, 2004
Maranti CoreSTOR Platform Certifies Compatibility with Texas Memory Systems' RamSan Solid-State Disk System, Setting a Industry-Leading Performance Benchmark.
3PAR, Egenera and Inkra Power SAVVIS Virtualised Services Delivery Platform
Sep 21, 2004
Technologies Enable SAVVIS to Deliver Utility Computing to the UK Marketplace.
CAs BrightStor r11.1 solutions usher in next generation of intelligent storage management
Sep 15, 2004
New releases, extensive device and platform support enable customers to align storage spending with business value.
Televaulting
Sep 15, 2004
Asigra helps the reseller solve customers backup/restore problems when they involve multi-site distributed environments.
Building a thriving European business
Sep 13, 2004
2004 was the year for the largest privately-held storage company in the world to become serious about Europe and in April this year Xiotech appointed Philippe Foss to the role of VP of EMEA to develop the companys presence on this side of the Atlantic.
Storage is back - and this time it's personal
Sep 10, 2004
PC blades are adding a new dimension to storage allocation for workers.
Think tape
Sep 10, 2004
Tape storage reportedly presents a good opportunity for the channel. We talk to Frank Charvet of TANDBERG DATA (TD), a leading global manufacturer of advanced, tape-based information storage products for the professional market.
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.
