As information drives our modern business environment, the value of data has never been higher for organisations.
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.
Kyocera finds that one in three European businesses still struggle with document storage despite digital alternatives
Jul 30, 2019
StorCentric enters high performance all-flash NVMe market with Vexata acquisition
Jul 03, 2019
StorCentric, parent company of Drobo, Nexsan and Retrospect, have announced the acquisition of Vexata, its fourth acquisition in less than a year.
NetApp powers data-driven organisations to succeed
Jun 04, 2019
NetApp has introduced NetApp ONTAP 9.6, the new midrange, end-to-end NVMe AFF A320 storage system and an expanded portfolio of services to help businesses maximise the value of their data.
Nutanix Mine with Veeam simplifies secondary storage
May 15, 2019
Nutanix, Inc. has announced Nutanix Mine with Veeam. Currently in beta testing with select customers and partners, Nutanix Mine with Veeam combines the best of both companies’ innovation — Nutanix in enterprise cloud computing and Veeam in Cloud Data Management — for a full-stack solution enabling customers to quickly go from project planning to protection without the cost and overhead of standalone systems.
Veritas acquires APTARE to enhance the analytics, reporting and protection of enterprise data
Mar 13, 2019
Veritas Technologies, the enterprise data protection and software-defined storage solutions provider, has acquired APTARE, Inc. a privately-held software company based in Campbell, California.
Micron unveils 1TB microSD card to meet consumer demand for mobile storage
Feb 27, 2019
At MWC Barcelona 2019, Micron Technology, Inc., a provider of memory and storage solutions, has launched the Micron c200 1TB microSDXC UHS-I card — a high-capacity microSD card, delivering one terabyte (1TB)1 of high-performance removable storage.
Veeam expands cloud data management capabilities
Jan 24, 2019
Veeam Software has announced general availability for new cloud data management capabilities as part of Veeam Availability Suite 9.5 Update 4, as well as the upcoming Veeam Availability for AWS and Veeam Availability Console v3.
Zadara announces virtual private storage array for VMware Cloud on AWS
Jan 24, 2019
Zadara, provider of the Zero-Risk Enterprise Data Cloud, has announced its enterprise-class storage solutions are available to customers of VMware Cloud on AWS.
Manufacturing: The surprising leader in the global datasphere – new IDC research
Dec 05, 2018
The global datasphere¹ could grow to 175 zettabytes by 2025, and industries such as Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Media and Entertainment are helping to define this new era of data growth.
WinZip 23 Enterprise extends cloud support to deliver secure file storage for multi-cloud environments
Nov 13, 2018
WinZip 23 Enterprise enables corporate and government clients to implement enterprise-level encryption across their workforce and guard IP and critical data in multi-cloud network environments.
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.
