Object storageObject storage (also known as object-based storage) is a computer data storage that manages data as objects, as opposed to other storage architectures like which manages data as a file hierarchy, and block storage which manages data as blocks within sectors and tracks. Each object typically includes the data itself, a variable amount of metadata, and a globally unique identifier. Object storage can be implemented at multiple levels, including the device level (object-storage device), the system level, and the interface level.
Base de données relationnellethumb|upright=1.2|Structure générale d'une base de données relationnelle. En informatique, une base de données relationnelle (en anglais: relational database management system (RDBMS)) est une base de données où l'information est organisée dans des tableaux à deux dimensions appelés des relations ou tables, selon le modèle introduit par Edgar F. Codd en 1960. Selon ce modèle relationnel, une base de données consiste en une ou plusieurs relations. Les lignes de ces relations sont appelées des nuplets ou enregistrements.
Base de données orientée objetEn informatique, une base de données à objets (anglais object database) est un stock d'informations groupées sous forme de collections d'objets persistants. Une base de données est un ensemble d'informations connexes stockées dans un dispositif informatique. Dans une base de données à objets les informations sont regroupées sous forme d'objets : un conteneur logique qui englobe des informations et des traitements relatifs à une chose du monde réel.
Flash file systemA flash file system is a designed for storing on flash memory–based storage devices. While flash file systems are closely related to file systems in general, they are optimized for the nature and characteristics of flash memory (such as to avoid write amplification), and for use in particular operating systems. While a block device layer can emulate a disk drive so that a general-purpose file system can be used on a flash-based storage device, this is suboptimal for several reasons: Erasing blocks: flash memory blocks have to be explicitly erased before they can be written to.
Hierarchical Storage Managementthumb|upright=1.4|Hiérarchie du Stockage Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM), ou la gestion hiérarchique du stockage, désigne un système permettant le stockage de données de façon hiérarchique. Ce terme est rencontré principalement en informatique. En fonction de différents critères (importance des données, rapidité d'accès nécessaire, etc.), les données sont réparties vers différents supports (bande magnétique, disque dur, mémoire vive, etc.
Comparison of relational database management systemsThe following tables compare general and technical information for a number of relational database management systems. Please see the individual products' articles for further information. Unless otherwise specified in footnotes, comparisons are based on the stable versions without any add-ons, extensions or external programs. The operating systems that the RDBMSes can run on. Information about what fundamental RDBMS features are implemented natively. Note (1): Currently only supports read uncommited transaction isolation.
Hard disk drive performance characteristicsHigher performance in hard disk drives comes from devices which have better performance characteristics. These performance characteristics can be grouped into two categories: access time and data transfer time (or rate). The access time or response time of a rotating drive is a measure of the time it takes before the drive can actually transfer data. The factors that control this time on a rotating drive are mostly related to the mechanical nature of the rotating disks and moving heads.
Data storageData storage is the recording (storing) of information (data) in a storage medium. Handwriting, phonographic recording, magnetic tape, and optical discs are all examples of storage media. Biological molecules such as RNA and DNA are considered by some as data storage. Recording may be accomplished with virtually any form of energy. Electronic data storage requires electrical power to store and retrieve data. Data storage in a digital, machine-readable medium is sometimes called digital data.
Disk storageDisk storage (also sometimes called drive storage) is a general category of storage mechanisms where data is recorded by various electronic, magnetic, optical, or mechanical changes to a surface layer of one or more rotating disks. A disk drive is a device implementing such a storage mechanism. Notable types are the hard disk drive (HDD) containing a non-removable disk, the floppy disk drive (FDD) and its removable floppy disk, and various optical disc drives (ODD) and associated optical disc media.
Hard disk drive failureA hard disk drive failure occurs when a hard disk drive malfunctions and the stored information cannot be accessed with a properly configured computer. A hard disk failure may occur in the course of normal operation, or due to an external factor such as exposure to fire or water or high magnetic fields, or suffering a sharp impact or environmental contamination, which can lead to a head crash. The stored information on a hard drive may also be rendered inaccessible as a result of data corruption, disruption or destruction of the hard drive's master boot record, or by malware deliberately destroying the disk's contents.
