12 February 2016 00:00:00 EST
Why Magnetic Tape Storage is still popular options today
What is magnetic tape storage? Tape drives are one of the earliest data storage device mediums that can read and write data on a magnetic tape device. This type of storage was first invented in 1928...
09 February 2016 00:00:00 EST
Biometric identification systems. What risks for our privacy?
Films like Star Wars, Mission Impossible or Matrix, to mention the most famous, have always showed us scenes where personal identification, especially to access reserved areas, is verified by means...
21 January 2016 00:00:00 EST
Understanding Slack space vs unallocated for file storage
Many consumers using data storage devices are unaware of the difference between what is called "slack" space and unallocated space for storage. When you delete a file from a device, storage space is...
08 January 2016 00:00:00 EST
How to manage and restore tape drives
Tape backup has always been traditionally viewed as a cost-effective and reliable platform for storing corporate data off-line safely and securely. However, the huge amount of legacy data that...
22 December 2015 00:00:00 EST
Safely incorporating BYOD into your workplace
One of the biggest trends in the tech sector at the moment is undoubtedly mobile. With smartphones and tablets becoming more powerful every year, many people now view them as a practical replacement...
15 December 2015 00:00:00 EST
New starters: getting them up and running with your IT
Hiring new employees is always a positive sign for a growing business, but while expansion is exciting, it doesn't come without its headaches. While HR departments will know all too well how...
06 November 2015 00:00:00 EST
Archiving risk: security risks associated with tape storage
For many years, one of the most common backup practices for businesses has been the use of tape archives. As a tried and tested storage solution, it's still a familiar sight in many firms, even if it...