The hard drive is part of the so-called physical or local storage solutions. The main advantage of this enterprise data hosting system is its ease of use. Indeed, the hard drive does not require an internet connection to function and store data; you simply need the necessary hardware and to connect the drive to a computer. This enterprise data storage system is therefore quick and convenient, particularly for occasional backups.
However, the hard drive does have some limitations, starting with its relatively limited storage capacity for certain large companies that manage and generate a significant volume of data. It is also not the most suitable solution for storing documents that employees need to update regularly.
Furthermore, in terms of security, this physical storage system carries the risk of being lost, stolen, hacked, failing, or even destroyed in disasters such as a fire, much like paper documents. For this reason, it is generally recommended to use this data hosting solution as a complement to another online solution, such as the cloud.
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The cloud, also known as “cloud computing,” allows companies to store their files directly online via the internet. It is therefore an external storage system, providing access to data anywhere, anytime, and from any device connected to the cloud. This is a significant advantage, as it facilitates remote collaborative work.
Beyond its storage capacity, the cloud also allows you to back up data continuously, automatically, and very securely. This enables recovery of all files in just a few clicks in case of data loss, using the latest backup. Finally, the cloud proves to be a particularly cost-effective solution. The pricing remains competitive, and no investment, even in hardware, is required.
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Servers are certainly the most comprehensive and high-performing solution for hosting large volumes of enterprise data. There are two main categories: internal servers and external servers.
A company may choose to store its data on its own server, hosted on its premises. In this case, it is called an internal server, but this requires an IT Director (CIO) capable of managing this solution and, above all, maintaining enhanced security. Furthermore, in the event of a disaster within the company, the data is not protected, unlike with an external server.
The external server involves a company hosting its data outside its premises, via a datacenter. Equipped with RAM and a processor, the datacenter centralizes all data stored on hard drives. One of the main advantages of a datacenter is that it does not depend on the quality of an internet connection to provide data access. The data is, in fact, accessible through a local network, with fast and highly efficient bandwidth, particularly useful when handling large files, such as videos, for example.
This local network also ensures high security to protect sensitive data. Indeed, the data does not pass through the internet as with cloud storage, but only through a dedicated and secure network. Ultimately, data storage via a datacenter remains the most comprehensive and efficient hosting solution for managing sensitive, large-volume data without relying on an internet connection.
With its 60 datacenters across the country (130 datacenters planned), Nexloop is the only French provider capable of offering a comprehensive data hosting solution in so many cities, whether in highly dense or moderately dense areas. Each site is monitored by a supervision center located in France, 24/7, ensuring optimal security.
Furthermore, Nexloop datacenters are operated by expert teams, supported by reputable French partners in this demanding field of service continuity.
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