SOFTWARE-DEFINED STORAGE (SDS)
SOFTWARE-DEFINED STORAGE (SDS) separates the storage software from the underlying hardware, making it vendor-agnostic and allowing for flexibility in hardware choices.
Analogy: Think of SDS as the operating system of your storage, allowing you to run it on different hardware brands, just like Windows can run on Dell or HP computers.
Why It Matters: SDS enables greater control, scalability, and cost savings compared to traditional storage systems that are tied to specific vendors.