The explosive growth of computer disk capacity, networks, and database applications has driven an increased demand for data storage products. Tape drives, due to their low cost per megabyte stored, continue to be the preferred method of backing up, and storing data, and protecting against data loss. This white paper examines the three leading midrange tape drive technologies: Sony AIT, Exabyte Mammoth, and Quantum DLT. These three technologies employ distinctly different recording formats and exhibit different performance characteristics. Therefore, choosing among and investing in one of these popular technologies calls for a complete understanding of their respective strengths and weaknesses.
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