Read this post to learn about the differences between NVMe and M.2 form factors for SSD drives.
In Honor of May the Fourth, Let’s Talk About the Internet in Space
In honor of May the Fourth, let’s talk about why the Rebels chose to transport the Death Star plans via external hard drive. (Hint: it’s all about the internet in space.)
Backblaze Drive Stats for Q1 2024
Read the Q1 2024 Drive Stats report, including the latest annualized failure rates (AFRs) and a check in on the average age of drives.
Backblaze and Parablu Team Up to Elevate Security For Microsoft 365 Users
Backblaze + Parablu partner to give you robust, affordable Microsoft 365 backup with enhanced security, compliance, and performance.
Backblaze Wins NAB Product of the Year
Backblaze is back from NAB. Here’s all the exciting things you might have missed—including Backblaze Event Notifications winning NAB Product of the Year 2024.
Moving 670 Network Connections
Upgrading infrastructure is an ongoing effort. Here’s one story about migrating to 670 new network switches.
AI 101: What Is Model Serving?
When you’re deciding how to use artificial intelligence algorithm in your product, model serving can help you straighten out the operational details. Let’s talk about what it is.
Join Backblaze Tech Talks at NAB 24
Join us at NAB 2024 for a series of Tech Talks with expert guest speakers from leading media workflow providers.
SSD 101: How Reliable are SSDs?
We love SSDs because they are generally faster, smaller, and more rugged than HDDs. Plus they are gaining capacity and becoming more affordable every day. So, how do they compare to HDDs in reliability and how long can they be expected to last?
What’s the Diff: Bandwidth vs. Throughput
Bandwidth and throughput are related and important metrics in measuring cloud performance. Let’s talk about what they are.
Managing the Media Tidal Wave: Backlight iconik’s 2024 Media Report
If you’re feeling like the media assets you’re managing just keep growing, you’re not wrong. Read some key stats from Backlight iconik’s latest media report, and use them to consider solutions for media management in the cloud.
Backblaze Network Stats: Real-World Measurements from the Backblaze US-West Region
Today in our Network Stats series, we’re discussing latency on networks: conceptualizing it in human terms, how to test it, and some example numbers featuring our US-West region.
7 Data Dilemmas + 5 Backup Strategies for World Backup Day 2024
Happy World Backup Day! Here are some stories from customers who safely restored their data, and a few tips to keep your backup strategy strong.
Backblaze Now Available via Carahsoft’s NASPO Contract
Backblaze is now available to purchase via Carahsoft’s National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint contract, making procurement easier for SLED purchasers.
A Disaster Recovery Game Plan for Media Teams
Media teams often defer to an on-premises solution like LTO for backups. Let’s talk about why that may not be the best solution for your disaster recovery plan.
Data Centers, Temperature, and Power
Data centers use a ton of electricity, and demands for processing and storage are only growing. Let’s talk about the relationship between power and temperature, and some of the ways data centers manage it.
How Much Storage Do I Need to Back Up My Video Surveillance Footage?
Video surveillance requires a ton of primary and backup storage capacity for many reasons. Here are a few things to consider when you’re deciding how to use cloud storage.
Cloud Storage for Higher Education: Benefits & Best Practices
Higher education institutions create and store large amounts of data with a diverse set of needs. Cloud storage provides flexible solutions. Here are a few things to think about.