A new class of storage promises to revolutionize file data management with scalability, simplicity, and cost benefits that traditional network-attached storage (NAS) can’t deliver. Files have become more numerous, much larger, and they’re being accessed over longer periods of time. NAS’s ability to scale, deliver adequate performance, and do so economically is increasingly strained. Read this report to learn about a new approach that addresses both the scalability and cost concerns by combining traditional NAS features with a scalable, modular storage environment that reduces cost, eliminates storage silos, and simplifies management.