Truce called in tape versus disk debate

Tape is back in vogue, but customers may do well to take a hybrid approach, claims channel experts

Caroline Donnelly
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Tape is back in vogue, but customers may do well to take a hybrid approach, claims channel experts

The tape versus disk storage debate is one of the IT industry's longest-running disputes. But, according to several channel onlookers, it might be time to call a truce. In the past, the storage...

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