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Storj CEO Winegar: Distributed storage uptake big in 2025
The new CEO looks to increase enterprise adoption of distributed storage with SOC 2 compliance and new capabilities.
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MinIO ups object storage ante for AI
MinIO is making a case for object to be the storage protocol for AI. But one analyst says the market has yet to decide.
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Vdura Data Platform version 11 focuses on a microservices-based architecture and composable hardware for performance and capacity, which includes utilizing HDDs.
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8 ways enterprises can enhance object storage security
Object storage is a popular method for storing data, so security is critical. Access is a big piece, extending across several of the eight security best practices here.
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Panzura CloudFS expands cloud data tiering and VM migrations
Panzura leans further into data management with its latest CloudFS data management capabilities, but still has distance to close with the competition.
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Data retention and destruction policy template: Free download
The downloadable data retention and destruction policy template here will help with compliance. Use this structure to develop other IT data management policies.
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Microsoft Ignite sparks third-party storage, backup offers
A flurry of storage and backup news has emerged around Microsoft Ignite, including from Dell, as it looks to support hybrid cloud customers and establish solid footing with Azure.
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Dell PowerMax uses AI for storage performance, efficiency
Dell PowerMax 10.2 uses the company's AI to optimize dynamic cache, while also building out data protection and using Apex's multi-cloud features.
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Micron, Solidigm bring new high-capacity SSDs to market
Micron and Solidigm are launching new high-density SSDs that add to a growing market. AI workloads and hyperscalers are driving the demand.
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Storj CEO Winegar: Distributed storage uptake big in 2025
The new CEO looks to increase enterprise adoption of distributed storage with SOC 2 compliance and new capabilities.
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This site focusses on key server buying considerations for IT decision makers in 2023 and beyond, with an emphasis on innovations in server design, security, sustainability, automation, and financing flexibility from Dell Technologies and Intel®.
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Data retention and destruction policy template: Free download
The downloadable data retention and destruction policy template here will help with compliance. Use this structure to develop other IT data management policies.
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Modernizing storage with purpose in the AI era
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Why the AI era requires an intelligent data infrastructure
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TechTarget Storage Products of the Year 2024 nomination form
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What's the best way to protect against HDD failure?
Whatever the reason for failure, HDDs are hard to repair. Admins need to get out in front of potential issues, like the four described here, to prevent prolonged downtime.
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Best practices for protection from ransomware in cloud storage
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9 top cloud storage security issues and how to contain them
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7 causes of SSD failure and how to deal with them
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8 ways enterprises can enhance object storage security
Object storage is a popular method for storing data, so security is critical. Access is a big piece, extending across several of the eight security best practices here.
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Compare 3 differences in self-managed and Open-Channel SSDs
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TechTarget Storage Products of the Year judging criteria
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Physical vs. virtual memory: How the two types compare
Physical memory wasn't enough for storage systems. Computer architects created virtual memory to ease the performance burden and work alongside the physical form.
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How to prepare a data storage budget, with free template
Budgeting for data storage can be part of an organization's larger budget -- but make sure every line item, from technology purchases to salaries, is included.
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What is wear leveling?
Wear leveling is a process that is designed to extend the life of solid-state storage devices.
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Microsoft Ignite sparks third-party storage, backup offers
A flurry of storage and backup news has emerged around Microsoft Ignite, including from Dell, as it looks to support hybrid cloud customers and establish solid footing with Azure.
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Storj CEO Winegar: Distributed storage uptake big in 2025
The new CEO looks to increase enterprise adoption of distributed storage with SOC 2 compliance and new capabilities.
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MinIO ups object storage ante for AI
MinIO is making a case for object to be the storage protocol for AI. But one analyst says the market has yet to decide.
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