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Storage virtualization blends multiple physical storage devices to create a single pool. It does this by aggregating the storage capacity from multiple devices and presents it as one entity to the server, thus eliminating redundant hardware and making storage more cost-effective.
A VDR (virtual room) is used to streamline due diligence processes and fundraising from investors. It allows multiple parties to work together in a secure environment. VDRs offer a variety of tools that help simplify the management of projects and make it easier to collaborate. However, they can be expensive and do not include some of the features that are available in cloud storage solutions.
Cloud storage services enable users to store data remotely and retrieve it using an internet browser, thereby reducing the requirement for redundant hardware. However, it does require confidence that your company’s data is protected by a third party.
Block storage virtualization, a program in software creates a barrier which keeps the physical disk drives from the operating system. This allows the drives to be accessed much faster than if data were read directly from the drive. It also eliminates the need for a separate hardware platform, such as RAID which manages storage devices.
File virtualization concentrates on the NAS storage architecture, which allows companies to maximize the use of storage, consolidate servers and perform non-disruptive migrations of files. This is done by removing the dependency on physical directories and file systems and delivering advanced capabilities such as caching and tiering at storage virtualization levels.