Morgan Kaufmann Storage Systems: Organization and Performance

Explore the fundamental principles of data management with Storage Systems: Organization, Performance, Coding, Reliability, and Their Data Processing. Published by Morgan Kaufmann, this text examines the evolution of storage technology, starting from the 1988 Redundant Array of Inexpensive/Independent Disks proposal. It details how large mainframe disks were replaced by arrays of commodity disks to balance loads through data striping. This book provides a deep look into how storage reliability is maintained through replication and erasure coding. You will learn how dedicating k strips per stripe allows systems to tolerate k disk failures. Additionally, the content addresses the modern paradigm shift caused by flash memories, where Solid State Drives (SSDs) are replacing traditional Hard Disk Drives. This resource is designed for those looking to understand the mechanics of data processing, reliability, and the transition from HDD to SSD technology.