Private Cloud Storage - what it means for backup

One buzzword in technology this spring is reference to the 'cloud', meaning the transferring of data through the Internet for computing or storage. DataPreserve has been using the cloud to provide secure online backup and storage for years.

In particular, DataPreserve utilizes a 'private cloud' or 'trusted cloud' concept. Data moving through the private cloud has a specific end point, in our case, the DataPreserve dedicated servers located in a high availability data center in Phoenix, AZ. Having data stored at a particular location has several benefits. The very practical benefit is access, the data is available for fast download when you need it. Some data storage solutions spread that data across an indeterminate number of servers in various locations, making retrieval of that data a time-consuming process.

In his article, Making the Case for Cloud Storage, Jeff Bolesof the Taneja Group makes these additional points for consideration of private cloud solutions:

• Compliance with various regulations that require identification of the specific physical location of stored data.
  
• Peace of mind of knowing exactly where your stored data is - in one of the premier data centers in the country.