Overview of Ethernet
Ethernet is a family of frame-based computer networking technologies for local area networks (LANs). The name comes from the physical concept of the ether. It defines a number of wiring and signaling standards for the physical layer, through means of network access at the Media Access Control (MAC)/Data Link Layer, and a common addressing format.
"Ethernet." Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia. 15 July 2008
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethernet
More Information on Ethernet-Based Shared Storage
Ethernet is the standard networking technology used today. Found throughout large enterprises and home offices alike, it's ease-of-use has contributed greatly to its success. Ethernet networks can be optimized to provide extremely high levels of performance. By intelligently designing around a
network's requirements, Ethernet can provide all the performance needed to meet workflow requirements.
The most popular Ethernet speed today is Gigabit Ethernet, but 10 Gigabit Ethernet is gaining in popularity as the amount of digital information, and the need to transfer it efficiently, continues to increase.
10 Gigabit cards and
10 Gigabit switches provide even more
bandwidth for multiple users to edit high-definition video files from a
shared storage server over a network. Although
fibre channel can be used to accomplish the same goal, Ethernet is much cheaper and far more prevalent in the marketplace.
Small Tree's knowledge and expertise helps companies design the most effective
Gigabit Ethernet storage solutions and
10 Gigabit Ethernet storage solutions at a lower cost than expensive
fibre channel installations, like Apple XSAN.
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