Cloudian Integrates with Google Cloud Platform’s New Archival Storage Service
Today Cloudian is part of the launch of Google Cloud Platform’s new long-term archive service, Google Cloud Storage Coldline. The new service is intended for companies looking for long-term data retention.
Coldline is highly available (99% availability SLA) and has low latency, making it easy to access and retrieve your data when you need it without having to wait days in between. Because the Coldline API is compatible with other storage classes, it works well with Google’s other storage classes, including Nearline.
Cloudian HyperStore is seamlessly integrated with Google Cloud Storage Coldline, and provides anywhere from terabytes to hundreds of petabytes of on-premises storage. Policy-based data migration lets you move data to Coldline based on rules such as data type, age, and frequency of access.
To enable rapid data search, metadata stubs are retained within Cloudian platform after data is migrated. The combination of on-premises storage, rules-based migration, and rapid search make it incredibly easy to store, manage, and retrieve your long-term data.
More about Google Cloud Storage Coldline
Google Cloud Storage Coldline is designed to address the growing need for cost-effective storage of data that is accessed infrequently but still requires immediate availability when needed. This makes it ideal for use cases like disaster recovery, long-term backups, and archival storage.
Highlights of Coldline Storage:
- Cost Efficiency: Coldline offers significantly lower storage costs compared to other options in Google Cloud Storage, making it a budget-friendly solution for long-term storage needs.
- Immediate Data Availability: Unlike traditional cold storage solutions, Coldline ensures that data is accessible instantly without retrieval delays.
- Durability and Availability: Coldline maintains the same high durability (11 9’s) and availability guarantees as other Google Cloud Storage classes, ensuring reliable and secure storage.
Unified Data Storage Platform:
Google Cloud’s unified storage platform simplifies data management by allowing seamless transitions between storage classes based on data usage patterns. It provides:
- A single API for interacting with all storage classes.
- Integrated lifecycle management to automate data transfers between classes.
- The flexibility to optimize storage costs without compromising performance or accessibility.
Use Cases:
- Disaster Recovery: Store data with immediate retrieval options during emergencies.
- Long-Term Data Archival: Retain data for compliance or historical purposes at minimal cost.
- Backup Solutions: Provide an economical backup layer for enterprises.
This innovation aligns with Google Cloud’s mission to deliver cost-effective and user-friendly solutions for modern businesses.
You can learn more about Google Cloud Storage Coldline and the ‘Switch and Save’ program on the official page.
