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News Jan 01, 2026

Graphene-Based Memory: Hype, Reality, and Innovations to Watch

Explore the promises and challenges of graphene-based memory, separating hype from reality, reviewing prototypes, and highlighting startups driving innovation in storage technology.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Storage Devices Dec 30, 2025

AI-Native Storage Devices: When Drives Think for Themselves

Explore how AI-native storage devices process data internally, reducing data movement, improving efficiency, and enabling smarter on-drive decision-making.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Buying Guides Dec 25, 2025

The Best Portable SSDs for AI Workloads

Discover the top portable SSDs optimized for AI tasks, highlighting speed, durability, and connectivity to handle large datasets and model training efficiently.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Cybersecurity Dec 23, 2025

Creating a Privacy-First Digital Archive

Learn how to build a digital archive that protects sensitive data, enforces access controls, and ensures long-term privacy without compromising usability.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Dec 20, 2025

Holographic Storage: Are We Getting Closer?

Explore the current state of holographic storage, its advantages, technical challenges, and recent breakthroughs bringing us closer to practical, high-capacity 3D data solutions.

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Michel Duar

6 min read

Storage Devices Dec 18, 2025

Cost Analysis: Cloud vs Local Storage for 2026

Explore the 2026 landscape of cloud and on-premises storage, comparing costs, scalability, and compliance to help businesses optimize total storage spend.

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Michel Duar

6 min read

News Dec 16, 2025

The End of SATA: What Comes After NVMe?

SATA has reached its performance limits, making way for NVMe and PCIe storage. Explore the shift, its impact on consumers and enterprises, and what the future holds.

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Michel Duar

7 min read

Storage Devices Dec 11, 2025

Object Storage for Home Use: Is It Worth It?

Discover whether object storage is practical for home users. Explore its benefits, limitations, and best use cases for personal backups, media, and home labs.

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Michel Duar

6 min read

Cybersecurity Dec 09, 2025

AI-Driven Ransomware: New Threats Targeting External Drives

AI-powered ransomware is evolving fast, enabling precise, adaptive attacks that now target external drives such as USB devices and portable backups. This article explores how these threats work, why removable storage is increasingly vulnerable, and the key strategies to protect data against this new generation of intelligent ransomware.

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Michel Duar

6 min read

Cybersecurity Dec 05, 2025

How Quantum-Safe Encryption Will Change Storage Devices

Quantum computing threatens current cryptographic protections, pushing storage technologies to evolve rapidly. Ce guide explique comment les algorithmes résistants au quantique transformeront le matériel, les performances, la sécurité et les stratégies de migration des entreprises.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Dec 03, 2025

500+ Layer 3D NAND: Shaping the Future of SSDs

Discover how 3D NAND with over 500 layers transforms SSD capacity, performance, and efficiency, unlocking new possibilities for consumers and enterprises alike.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Buying Guides Dec 01, 2025

Which External SSD Form Factor Fits Your Workflow?

Explore the differences between M.2, NVMe, SATA, and CFexpress external SSDs to find the best option for your workflow, whether for video editing, photography, or general storage needs.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Buying Guides Nov 27, 2025

Repairability in Modern Drives: What Consumers Should Demand

Modern drives are faster and smaller, but repairability often suffers. Discover the hidden costs of disposable designs and practical ways consumers can demand durable, maintainable storage.

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Michel Duar

7 min read

News Nov 25, 2025

Green Storage: Cutting SSD Carbon Footprints

As data demand grows, SSD makers are rethinking design and production to cut environmental impact. Through eco-friendly materials, renewable energy, and lifecycle innovation, storage manufacturers are transforming high-speed drives into greener, more sustainable technology.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Nov 22, 2025

Why Energy-Efficient SSDs Are Revolutionizing Data Centers

Discover how energy-efficient SSDs reduce power consumption, cut costs, and improve performance in modern data centers, aligning technology with sustainability goals.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Buying Guides Nov 20, 2025

The Rise of MRAM and ReRAM: Next-Gen Non-Volatile Memory Explained

As traditional memory technologies reach their physical and energy limits, MRAM and ReRAM emerge as next-generation solutions combining speed, endurance, and non-volatility. This article explores how these innovations are reshaping computing performance from embedded systems to data centers.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Nov 18, 2025

Beyond PCIe 5.0: What PCIe 6.0 Means for Future SSDs

PCIe 6.0 doubles the bandwidth of its predecessor and redefines how SSDs handle speed, efficiency, and data integrity. This article explores how the shift to PAM4 signaling, advanced error correction, and higher throughput will shape next-generation storage performance and system design.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Nov 15, 2025

The Future of Storage: PCIe 5.0 and QLC NAND

Storage technologies are rapidly evolving to keep up with massive data growth. PCIe 5.0 unlocks new speed levels, while QLC NAND brings affordable high-capacity solutions. This article explains how these innovations work, their strengths and limitations, and how to build storage strategies adapted to future workloads like AI and heavy data processing.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Buying Guides Nov 13, 2025

SSD or HDD for Video Editing: Which Is Better?

Choosing the right storage is essential for smooth and efficient video editing. This article compares SSDs and HDDs to help you understand which drive offers better performance, capacity, reliability, and value depending on your workflow and budget.

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Michel Duar

6 min read

News Nov 11, 2025

Flash Memory Innovations: What’s New in 2025?

Flash memory is evolving rapidly in 2025. With higher density 3D NAND, faster interfaces like PCIe 6.0, smarter AI-driven controllers, new architectures such as zoned storage and CXL, and ultra-low power solutions for the edge, storage technology is entering a new era. This article explores the most impactful innovations that are transforming performance, efficiency, and reliability across devices and data centers.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Tutorials Nov 08, 2025

Storage Options for MacBook Users: Best Drives & Tips

Choosing the right storage for your MacBook can boost performance, protect your data, and simplify your workflow. This guide explains which external SSDs, HDDs, NAS and cloud options work best with macOS, plus essential tips to avoid compatibility issues and select the ideal drive for your needs.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Cybersecurity Nov 06, 2025

USB Skimming Attacks on the Rise: How to Stay Safe

USB skimming attacks are increasing, targeting individuals and businesses via infected devices. Learn how these attacks work, warning signs, and practical steps to protect your data.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

News Nov 04, 2025

Silent Storage: Fanless Enclosures and Noise Reduction Tips

Discover how fanless storage solutions and practical noise reduction tips can create a quieter workspace without sacrificing performance or reliability.

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Michel Duar

5 min read

Tutorials Nov 01, 2025

Building a Disaster-Proof Backup Routine for Home Offices

Protect your home office data with a reliable backup routine. Learn practical strategies for identifying critical files, choosing methods, automating backups, and ensuring recoverability.

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Michel Duar

5 min read