What is NAS (Network Attached Storage), and why is NAS important?

Network-attached storage (NAS) devices store and share data for multiple computers that can be accessed remotely. It is accepted that data is a critical asset for companies . Without access to their corporate data, companies may not be capable of serving their customers with the expected level of service. Poor customer service, loss of sales, or even business liquidation can be the result of corporate information not being available.  

Key Points

   

  • Simplified operation (many small businesses do not have IT staff)
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  • Accessibility, reliability, and availability of applications and systems for day-to-day operations
  •  Easy-to-use security, backup, and recovery to protect application data    
  • Availability of a wide range of applications to support their business needs
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  • Simple to operate, a dedicated IT professional is often not required.
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  • Lower cost.
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  • Easy data backup, so it's always accessible when you need it.
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  • Good at centralizing data storage in a safe, reliable way.
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    Benefits of NAS

           

    Flexibility:
  • Wi-fi connections enable remote access, facilitating collaboration across a distributed workforce. It can also handle requests from different types of clients (i.e., UNIX, Windows, and more).  This functionality mimics that of a private cloud without the premium price of cloud-based object storage.
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    Scalability:
  • NAS nodes can easily expand their storage capacity with additional or larger hard disks. This ease of deployment makes NAS solutions an appealing option.
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    Data security:
  • NAS systems can also offer built-in data protection services to ensure that your data is safe and secure.
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