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Data Storage Predictions for 2008

Posted by Zonk on from the we-all-like-storing-data dept.

Lucas123 writes "IDC just released its predictions for 2008 with regards to data storage trends. Its research shows, among other things, a greater adoption of online backup and archiving services, the 'prevalent' use of full-disk encryption in the data center, and mainstream adoption of solid-state disk drives due to falling prices. From the story: 'There are very simple situations and application scenarios where solid-state disks will be worth the risk. It does promise some great potential benefit in terms of I/O ... [and] solid state will make a significant impact on reducing heat from spindle usage in server blade deployments and to boost functionality in mobile devices.' According to IDC, storage capacity is exploding at a rate of almost 60% per year."

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  1. ACK! by 9Numbernine9 · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    According to IDC, storage capacity is exploding at a rate of almost 60% per year.

    Quick! Someone back up all of the porn before we lose it all!

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