Project Silica: Sustainable cloud archival storage in glass

Research paper by Richard Black, Burcu Canakci, Andromachi Chatzieleftheriou, Sergey Legtchenko, Ant Rowstron, Ioan Stefanovici. Microsoft Research Blog – October 26, 2023.

Data growth demands a sustainable archival solution

For millennia, data has woven itself into every facet of our lives, from business and academia to personal spheres. Our production of data is staggering, encompassing personal photos, medical records, financial data, scientific insights, and more. By 2025, it’s estimated that we will generate a massive 175 zettabytes of data annually. Amidst this deluge, a substantial portion is vital for preserving our collective heritage and personal histories. […]

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Video: Project Silica library demonstration – Microsoft Research.