Microsoft is on the verge of a groundbreaking glass-based storage technology that could thwart ransomware attacks on data centers and hyperscalers.
The 16-page academic paper, unveiled at the 29th ACM Symposium on Operating Systems Principles, unveils the principles behind this innovative storage system. Utilizing quartz glass, the storage units are tailored for cloud use, offering a strategic advantage to Azure customers. Project Silica, years in development, involves utilizing ultrafast femtosecond lasers to write data on a square glass platter, creating permanent modifications called voxels.
This resilient and secure technology is well-suited for sensitive industries like finance, scientific research, and healthcare, providing potential protection against ransomware attacks on cloud-stored data.
As Microsoft explores optimal configurations for physical libraries storing the glass, this technology promises a significant leap in data security for Azure users. Stay ahead with Microsoft’s cutting-edge glass-based storage solution.
