Sony Europe's Storage Solutions division and transtec have announced that transtec will broaden its range of Sony's AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) drives by offering the latest ATAPI models.
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.
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Zycko selected as European distributor for Intransa IP SAN Storage system
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Zycko selected as European distributor for Intransa IP SAN Storage system.
Attix5 strengthens global team with appointment of industry heavyweight
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Attix5, a leading online data backup and data recovery solutions provider, has just appointed Peter Aird as Chief Operating Officer.
SNIA Taps Engenio To Chair Conference Committee
Jun 17, 2004
Company commits resources to support SNIA initiatives at leading-edge storage industry conferences.
Engenio Joins Industry Leaders To Form OpenIB Alliance
Jun 17, 2004
Alliance will deliver Open Source Solutions for expanding InfiniBand Market.
TEXAS MEMORY SYSTEMS CERTIFIED AS MCDATA OPENREADY TESTED PARTNER
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Extended interoperability for the World's Fastest Storage.
Imation Announces World's first Terabyte-Class Magnetic Tape Manufacturing Facility
Jun 17, 2004
New facility offers next-generation media manufacturing resources.
M-Systems' Smart DiskOnKey Platform Develops its Fifth Generation ASIC Offering the Fastest USB Flash Drive Data Transfer Rates
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DOK T5 Enabled Devices Are the Ideal Choice for Video, Music and Large Data File Applications.
Leading e-services ISP, NetServices Plc, launches comprehensive office backup and disaster recovery services
Jun 17, 2004
Manchester based e-services Internet Service Provider, NetServices Plc, has announced the launch of their new enterprise wide remote data backup and disaster recovery service.
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.
