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Enter a keyword...   ...or choose a category. choose one... Communications Computer Industry Companies Computer Science Data Graphics Hardware Internet and Online Services Mobile Computing Multimedia Networks Operating Systems Programming Software Standards Types of Computers World Wide Web   thin provisioning Last modified: Friday, July 27, 2007  In data storage terminology, thin provisioning is the term used to describe the consolidation and automated process of allocating just "the exact required amount" of server space at the time it is required. Thin provisioning is most commonly used in centralized large storage systems such as SANs and also in storage virtualization environments where administrators plan for both current and future storage requirements and often over-purchase capacity, which can result in wasted storage. Since thin provisioning is designed to allocate exactly what is needed, exactly when it is needed, it removes the element of "paid for but wasted" storage capacity. Additionally, as more storage is needed additional volumes can be attached to the existing consolidated storage system.   HDS Puts Storage at Your Service This approach is HDS' way of making storage more cost-effective in the increasingly on-demand and need-it-now world of Web 2.0. The strategy is designed to help the company gain market share in the high-end space, where it trails EMC and IBM. Network Storage Forum Business Continuity, Hardware, Industry News, IP Storage, Management, Outsourcing and more for Enterprise Storage. Storage Virtualization: Myths, Realities and Other Considerations Storage virtualization, by definition, is the amalgamation of multiple network storage devices into what appears to be a single storage unit. Storage virtualization is often used in SAN (storage area network), a high-speed subnetwork of shared storage devices, and makes tasks such as archiving, back-up, and recovery easier and faster. Related Categories Data Storage Related Terms data center data deduplication data reduction data store Fiber Channel mass storage SAN storage storage area network Storage over IP Storage Resource Management storage virtualization thin provisioning Products : Top Store Offers: UnbeatableSale, Inc.  275.21features and benefits:2 in 1 shaft configurations provide 2 scopes in one package stay on switch with auto shutoff saves battery lifeimproved focus me... Amazon Marketplace  268.54Pressure activated light switch is conveniently located but cannot be accidentally left "on" --- Integrated focus ring for smooth, continuous focusing... ToolTopia.com  183.99Also known as: SLIPV2618-21; Features and Benefits:2 in 1 shaft configurations provide 2 scopes in one package Stay on switch with auto shutoff saves ... UnbeatableSale, Inc.  290.02features and benefits 2 in 1 shaft configurations provide 2 scopes in one package stay on switch with auto shutoff saves battery life improved focus m... ToolTopia.com  190.99Also known as: SLI-PV2636-21, SLIPV2636-21; Features and Benefits 2 in 1 shaft configurations provide 2 scopes in one package Stay on switch wit... Compare all matches: 8 Store Offers

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