RPC Definition
Stands for "Remote Procedure Call." Most computer programs run procedures, or sets of instructions, using the computer's CPU. In other words, the instructions are processed locally on the same computer that the software is running from. Remote procedure calls, however, run procedures on other machines or devices connected to a network. Once the instructions have been run, the results of the procedure are usually returned to the local computer.
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NFS
NFS Definition
NFS Definition
Stands for "Network File System." NFS is a protocol used to access files over a network. It was developed by Sun Microsystems and introduced in 1989. The protocol is platform-independent, meaning it works across multiple operating systems and network configurations.
While "file system" makes up two-thirds of the NFS acronym, the Network File System is not an actual file system like NTFS or APFS. Instead, it is a protocol that provides standard commands for accessing files ...
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EMC VNX5600
EMC VNX5600
The next-generation unified storage platform delivers industry-leading innovation and enterprise capabilities for file, block, and object storage in a scalable, easy-to-use solution. The VNX5600 combines powerful and flexible hardware with advanced efficiency, management, and protection making it ideal for mixed workloads in physical or virtualized environments.
VNX 5600 Key features:
Powerful: Flash-optimized hybrid design with MCx (multicore optimization) deli...
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