If you’re ready to get started with B2 Cloud Storage, this post has tips and resources that will quickly get you up and running with B2.
B2 Quickstart Guide
By Roderick Bauer | July 12th, 2018
Five Cool Multi-Cloud Backup Solutions You Should Consider
By Roderick Bauer | July 10th, 2018
Keeping a copy of your data in the public cloud is a great idea and enables you to comply with the 3-2-1 backup rule. By going beyond that and adopting a multi-cloud strategy, it is possible to save money and enhance redundancy and security by having data in more than one public cloud service.
What’s the Diff: VMs vs Containers
By Roderick Bauer | June 28th, 2018
Both VMs and containers can help get the most out of available hardware and software resources. Containers are the new kids on the block, but does that mean that VMs are passé? We take a look at the differences between VMs and containers and the best uses for both virtualization technologies.
Panna Cooking Creates the Perfect Storage Recipe with Backblaze and 45 Drives
By Andy Klein | June 26th, 2018
Panna Cooking uses video to deliver recipes and cooking lessons from top chefs to eager home cooks. They needed to ensure that all their valuable video content was securely stored, yet readily available. A solution from 45 Drives and Backblaze gave Panna Cooking the best of both worlds: high performance local storage and readily accessible and affordable off-site cloud storage.
How to Connect Your QNAP NAS to B2 Cloud Storage
By Roderick Bauer | June 14th, 2018
Network-Attached-Storage (NAS) devices are great for local backups and archives of data. With the latest releases of software from QNAP, you can now sync the data on your QNAP NAS to and from Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage.
An Inside Look at Data Center Storage Integration: A Complex, Iterative, and Sustained Process
By Andy Klein | June 12th, 2018
Updating firmware is an important element of drive fleet management that many data center operators struggle with. In today’s guest post, Seagate Senior Director Jason Feist describes how important firmware updates are for optimizing the customer experience and improving both drive operation and data center reliability.
Advanced Cloud Backup Solutions
By Roderick Bauer | June 7th, 2018
Some organizations and users have advanced needs for cloud backup and archiving. By combining general purpose object cloud storage, such as Backblaze B2, with off-the-shelf and custom integrations, a wide range of solutions can be created.
Replacing macOS Server with Synology NAS
By Roderick Bauer | May 24th, 2018
Apple recently announced that it is deprecating many of the services in macOS Server, which requires organizations to search for a suitable replacement. For some, the solution is a device that not only can take over all required server functions, but also bridges the traditional office and growing cloud IT environments.