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.
What Is a U.2 SSD and How Does It Work?
Solid-state drives (SSDs) have changed the way we think about storage. They’re faster, smaller, and more reliable. But as SSD...
Posted by Monica J. White August 22, 2025
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Best Hard Drives 2025: Desktops, NAS, DAS, and Servers
Hard disk drives (HDDs) no longer get the same buzz as the latest solid-state drives (SSDs). However, there are still plenty ...
Posted by T.J. Burlee March 28, 2024
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
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