Kryder’s Law, named after Mark Kryder – the former SVP of research at Seagate Technology – is an observation comparable to Moore’s Law but specifically related to the area of magnetic disk storage. It posits that the density of information stored on magnetic disks is increasing exponentially, doubling approximately every 18 months. Kryder’s Law, much like Moore’s […]
Data Centers and the Climate Crisis: A Problem Hiding in Plain Sight
According to an article from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) titled “Sources of Greenhouse Gas Emissions,” here’s where the U.S. stood with greenhouse gas emissions. The biggest offender? Our love for travel. Cars, trucks, planes, and the like, basically anything that guzzled gas or diesel, contributed 28% to the emissions. Almost all of […]
Immutable Storage: A Revolution for AI and Machine Learning Platforms
In the era of data-driven technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) platforms depend on vast amounts of reliable and consistent data. The need for a secure, unalterable data foundation is paramount, and immutable storage has emerged as a vital tool to meet this demand. This article explores how immutable storage integrates with AI […]
ESG: The Sustainable Business Revolution or Just a Passing Fad?
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It is a framework used to evaluate the sustainability and ethical impact of a company’s business practices. Environmental factors refer to a company’s own impact on the environment and the impact of their suppliers, including their carbon footprint, waste management, and resource conservation. Social factors include a company’s […]