18150420. DATA REDUCTION METHOD AND APPARATUS simplified abstract (HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.)
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DATA REDUCTION METHOD AND APPARATUS
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Zengshi Huang of Shenzhen (CN)
DATA REDUCTION METHOD AND APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18150420 titled 'DATA REDUCTION METHOD AND APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and apparatus for improving data reduction performance in computer systems. The method involves obtaining and processing different types of data stored in different logical units using specific data reduction techniques.
- The storage device obtains the first service type of data stored in the first logical unit and processes it using a data reduction method that matches the first service type.
- The storage device also obtains the second service type of data stored in the second logical unit, which is different from the first service type, and processes it using a data reduction method that matches the second service type.
- The first data reduction method includes data compression and/or data deduplication, while the second data reduction method also includes data compression and/or data deduplication.
- The first data reduction method is different from the second data reduction method.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Data storage systems: This method can be applied in various data storage systems to improve data reduction performance and optimize storage capacity.
- Cloud computing: The method can be used in cloud computing environments to efficiently reduce data size and improve overall system performance.
- Backup and recovery systems: By applying different data reduction methods based on the type of data being stored, backup and recovery systems can achieve better efficiency and reduce storage requirements.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Inefficient data reduction: Traditional data reduction methods may not be optimized for different types of data, leading to suboptimal performance and storage inefficiencies.
- Limited storage capacity: By effectively reducing data size through compression and deduplication, this technology helps maximize storage capacity and minimize costs.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved data reduction performance: By using specific data reduction methods based on the type of data, this technology can achieve better compression and deduplication results, leading to improved performance and efficiency.
- Optimal storage utilization: The method helps optimize storage capacity by reducing data size, allowing for more data to be stored within the available storage space.
- Cost savings: By maximizing storage capacity and reducing the need for additional storage resources, this technology can result in cost savings for organizations.
Original Abstract Submitted
A data reduction method and apparatus are provided, and relate to the computer field, to improve data reduction performance. The method includes: A storage device obtains a first service type of first data stored in a first logical unit (S). The storage device processes the first data based on a first data reduction manner that matches the first service type (S). The storage device obtains a second service type of second data stored in a second logical unit (S). The second service type is different from the first service type. The storage device processes the second data based on a second data reduction manner that matches the second service type (S). The first data reduction manner includes data compression and/or data deduplication. The second data reduction manner includes data compression and/or data deduplication. The first data reduction manner is different from the second data reduction manner.
