Data Storage and Transfer

Research data storage is a complex and difficult topic. There are many options in terms of location, media type, performance, cost and each has its own pros and cons.

Though each use case is unique, there is a basic concept of 3-2-1 backup rule that researchers should strive to follow for important data:

• 3 copies of data

• 2 different media types

• 1 offsite copy

The chart below is an overview of various storage types currently available to some/most of UK researchers. For more information, please read the corresponding sub-pages and contact us.

For further information regarding One-drive, Teams and Sharepoint, please see the ITS website:
How to choose and manage document storage systems at UK | Information Technology Services

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