Category: LTO

  • Why Ultrium LTO tapes are important part of your data backups

    Why Ultrium LTO tapes are important part of your data backups

    In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of any organization. It fuels decision-making, drives operations, and underpins strategic planning. But what happens when data is lost or compromised? The consequences can be dire. That’s why data backup is crucial. It’s a safety net that ensures business continuity and protects…

  • The Pros and Cons of Using M8 for LTO-7 Tapes in an LTO-8 Tape Drive

    The Pros and Cons of Using M8 for LTO-7 Tapes in an LTO-8 Tape Drive

    LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology has been a go-to solution for data storage, backup, and archiving for many years, thanks to its reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. With the release of each new generation of LTO tapes and drives, storage capacity increases, allowing organizations to handle larger datasets with ease. One feature…

  • Degaussing – Data Destruction Basics

    Degaussing – Data Destruction Basics

    What is Degaussing? If you’re familiar with the data storage industry, there’s a chance you’ve come across the term degaussing before. Most people associate this funny little word with erasing data, and they wouldn’t be wrong. But degaussing is more than just erasing data, it’s rendering it irretrievable for any…