Storage virtualization, Part 1 of 3: delivering non-disruptive operations, flexibility and simplified management

Computer Technology Review, Feb, 2005 by Mark Lewis

In addition, this approach to storage virtualization protects investments in value-added functionality already on the storage array. These solutions allow the user to continue using existing array-based replication technologies.

In summary, a distributed, open, network-based approach to storage virtualization finally delivers the practical value that users have sought from this technology. No longer a technology in search of a problem, network-based storage virtualization promises to provide an unprecedented level of control over the infrastructure. It will meet the growing need for complete Non-Disruptive Operations, help to simplify and optimize the management of networked storage, and enhance the overall flexibility required to operate within today's highly complex environments.

A discussion of virtualization architecture will appear in next month's issue.

Mark Lewis is executive vice president of EMC Software at EMC Corp. (Hopkinton, MA)

www.emc.com

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