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The video discusses the benefits of using Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems compared to external hard drives for data backup and management. NAS provides enhanced reliability, scalability, and protection by allowing data redundancy with multiple drives, centralized data access, secure remote access, and real-time streaming. The importance of data backup, redundancy, and distinguishing between data redundancy and true backups is emphasized. However, NAS solutions come with drawbacks such as higher costs and limitations in speed for activities like video editing. The video also highlights the expandability of NAS solutions through upgrades like RAM and SSD disk cache. Recommendations are made for professionals with critical data to consider a NAS setup. The conclusion encourages viewers to consider their backup needs and explore recommended gear, promoting subscription for more related content.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator discusses the importance of backing up data and compares using external hard drives versus network attached storage (NAS). The speaker shares their personal experience with managing data over the years and how they transitioned to using a NAS for better reliability and protection of data. The benefits of using an external hard drive are highlighted, such as affordability and convenience, but limitations are also mentioned, including the lack of sharing capabilities and vulnerability to loss or damage. The convenience and advantages of a NAS in terms of enhanced reliability, scalability, and data protection are emphasized. The narrator specifically mentions using a Synology NAS for testing purposes and expresses a positive impression regarding its performance.
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In this segment of the video, the importance of a NAS (Network Attached Storage) system is highlighted. A NAS allows for data redundancy with multiple drives, making data safer in case of hard drive failure. NAS models come in various capacities; for example, the Synology DS1618+ has six drive bays. NAS offers the benefit of centralizing data from multiple devices in one accessible location on the network. It acts as a personal cloud, providing secure access to files from anywhere. NAS scalability allows for easy expansion by adding more drives without additional costs. It functions like a connected group of hard drives with a brain, enabling remote access and real-time streaming of files, offering convenience while ensuring data accessibility from anywhere with an internet connection.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the benefit of cross-platform access offered by a NAS solution. They highlight the difficulties of collaborating on footage between PC and Mac workflows and the advantage of using an external hard drive that allows access to data regardless of the device being used. The speaker emphasizes the importance of backing up and ensuring data redundancy, which is facilitated by a NAS solution with multiple hard drive bays and RAID configurations. RAID enables data mirroring and faster writing on multiple drives, providing protection against drive failures. The importance of distinguishing between data redundancy and true backups, which involve having data in two different locations, is also emphasized for comprehensive data protection, especially in professional settings where data integrity is crucial.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the drawbacks of investing in a NAS (Network Attached Storage) solution. The main cons highlighted include the higher price compared to external hard drives due to the need to purchase multiple hard drives for data redundancy. The importance of data backup is emphasized, likening it to insurance against potential data loss. Additionally, the limitation in speed for activities like video editing is pointed out, as NAS connectivity is typically through a one gigabit connection to the router. The specific model of NAS, the Synology DS 1618+, is mentioned as an example.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the expandability of a NAS (Network Attached Storage) solution, highlighting the ability to upgrade RAM, add an SSD disk cache for speed, and install a card for a faster network connection. Setting up a NAS is more complex than a simple external hard drive but Synology products aim to simplify the process with user-friendly software. The speaker recommends considering a NAS for professionals with critical data and highlights the importance of redundancy through multiple hard drives. The video also mentions scalability and the option to gradually expand a NAS setup. Suggestions for viewers include considering their data backup needs, with links to recommended gear in the video description. The segment concludes by encouraging viewers to share their backup solutions in the comments.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker thanks viewers and encourages them to subscribe and ring the bell for more content. They mention other videos in their computers and workflow series focusing on video editing and backing up footage. Additionally, viewers are directed to other related content by clicking or tapping the screen for more videos from Think Media. The channel aims to provide tips and tools for building influence with online videos.