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Distributed storage service systems and architecture

US8452927B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 24, 2008
Grant dateMay 28, 2013
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F12/0246
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Various methods, devices and systems are described for providing distributed storage services. A data storage device is capable of initiating a communication session with an external entity such as a local host computer (and vice versa) coupled directly to the data storage device, a remote server computer, or directly with remote data storage devices with or without intervention by a local host computer.

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