Data mining systems and methods for heterogeneous data sources
US8315981B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/102
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods integrate disparate backup devices with a unified interface. In certain examples, a management console manages data from various backup devices, while retaining such data in its native format. The management console can display a hierarchical view the client devices and/or their data and can further provide utilities for processing the various data formats. A data structure including fields for storing both metadata common to the client device data and value-added metadata can be used to mine or process the data of the disparate client devices. The unified single platform and interface reduces the need for multiple data management products and/or customized data utilities for each individual client device and provides a single pane of glass view into data management operations. Integrating the various types of storage formats and media allows a user to retain existing storage infrastructures and further facilitates scaling to meet long-term management needs.
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