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Data Storage Technology

Data Storage Technology

The data storage technology blog posts focused on helping readers better understand the various data storage technologies available. We cover topics such as the advantages and disadvantages of different storage systems, the latest trends in the industry, and common issues encountered. Our goal is to provide readers with clear, up-to-date information so they can make informed decisions when selecting data storage systems.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Helium Hard Drives
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Helium Drives: What They Are and Why They Matter

Hard disk drives (HDDs) have evolved quite a bit since their invention in 1956. Modern hard drives are much smaller than the ...

Posted by T.J. Burlee July 28, 2025
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What’s the Difference Between RAM and Unified Memory?
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RAM vs. Unified Memory

Random access memory (RAM) is a critical component for computers. RAM is high-speed, volatile memory that stores machine code...

Posted by T.J. Burlee July 10, 2025
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Best Hard Drives and SSDs on Sale on Prime Day 2025
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Best Amazon Prime Day Deals 2025

The 2025 edition of Amazon Prime Day returns July 8th through July 11th. The blockbuster promotion for Prime subscribers has ...

Posted by T.J. Burlee July 02, 2025
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Best External Hard Drive and SSD for Digital Media Pros
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Best External Drive for Photographers and Videographers

The need for external storage has never been greater in digital media fields. Whether you are a longtime videographer or star...

Posted by T.J. Burlee June 27, 2025
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Choosing Between Cloud Services or On-Premise Storage
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Cost of Cloud Services vs. On-Premise Storage in 2025

The world generates about 400 million terabytes of data every day, according to recent research from Statista. All of that da...

Posted by T.J. Burlee June 03, 2025
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SSDs Unlikely to Completely Replace Hard Drives
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Will SSDs Really Replace Hard Drives by 2030

Many tech watchers predicted that solid-state drives (SSDs) would replace hard disk drives (HDDs) as mass-market flash storag...

Posted by T.J. Burlee May 09, 2025
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How to Fix Data Error (Cyclic Redundancy Check)
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How to Fix Data Error (Cyclic Redundancy Check)

Seeing a “Data error (cyclic redundancy check)” message pop up on your screen can be really nerve-wracking — especially when ...

Posted by Yevgeniy Reznik August 15, 2024
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SD Card Not Showing Up? Quick Fixes & Common Issues
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SD Card Not Showing Up? Quick Fixes & Common Issues

It’s frustrating when your SD card isn’t showing up — especially if it stores important files like work documents or family p...

Posted by T.J. Burlee August 07, 2024
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Understanding RAID Configurations and Their Benefits
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RAID: Explaining the Design and Benefits of Disk Arrays

A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) distributes data across multiple drives instead of storing files on a single de...

Posted by T.J. Burlee July 26, 2024
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Types of Hard Drives: Explaining The Differences
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Types of Hard Drives (SATA, SAS, and NVMe)

Data storage is no longer an obscure subject. The world depends on reliable devices to store over 100 billion terabytes of da...

Posted by Yevgeniy Reznik May 30, 2024
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Find Out Why Your Hard Drive Clicks
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Hard Drive Clicking - Common Causes & Solutions

Hard drive clicking is one of the scariest noises to hear coming from a computer. Known as the Click of Death, these short, s...

Posted by T.J. Burlee April 18, 2024
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Picks and Tips for the Best Storage Devices of 2024
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Best Hard Drives 2024: The Essential Buyer’s Guide

Users searching for a storage device in 2024 have thousands of choices. As a result, finding the best hard disk drive (HDD) o...

Posted by T.J. Burlee March 28, 2024
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Data Archiving vs. Data Backup: What’s the Difference?
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Data Archiving vs. Data Backup: What’s the Difference?

The differences between a backup and an archive couldn’t be more stark and are relatively easy to understand. Since both are ...

Posted by W. Curtis Preston November 06, 2023
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What Is the Difference Between Portable and External Hard Drives?
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What Is the Difference Between Portable and External Hard Drives?

People now have a wide selection of data storage options. Those choices can create confusion, especially for technology that ...

Posted by T.J. Burlee October 23, 2023
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The Future of Hard Drives: New Technologies on the Horizon
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The Future of Hard Drives: New Technologies on the Horizon

Hard disk drives (HDD) are resilient. Despite the emergence of solid-state drives (SSDs), hard disks store most of the world’...

Posted by T.J. Burlee August 08, 2023
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