We use the solution for our live cloud servers, such as our application servers. We also use the solution for backups and file security.
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A stable and scalable solution that ensured zero data loss for a client
Pros and Cons
- "My client had zero data loss while using the solution for backups and file security."
- "It would be good if they added some features that make the solution easier to access for everyone."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
My client had zero data loss while using the solution for backups and file security.
What needs improvement?
It would be good if they added some features that make the solution easier to access for everyone.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've worked with the solution for the last one or two years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate Microsoft Azure File Storage's stability an eight or nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate Microsoft Azure File Storage's scalability an eight or nine out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The solution is completely supported. They provide solutions to our problems.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The setup process for the solution is simple.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is suitable for medium and enterprise-sized businesses from a commercial standpoint. I rate the solution an eight or nine out of ten because it is reasonably priced.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
The solution is very competitive with AWS and Google's cloud solutions. They have common features, but I'm comparing them on a commercial basis.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Microsoft Azure File Storage a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
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Operations Team Lead at a tech vendor with 201-500 employees
Useful for storing files and great for pushing logs from different sources
Pros and Cons
- "The initial setup is straightforward and takes approximately twenty minutes."
- "The way retention policies are applied could be more optimized."
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use case for the solution is storing files and calling in our code. Additionally, we use it to push logs from different sources, and whenever we have some transactions or logs related to them, we push them to a storage block and archive it for HR purposes.
What is most valuable?
All the features are good, and we have four types of storage, including Block Storage.
What needs improvement?
The way retention policies are applied could be more optimized. Additionally, the pricing should be more competitive with other CHPs, and stability can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using the solution for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. Approximately 300 to 500 people are utilizing this solution in our organization. We intend to increase the usage of this solution.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We previously used three other solutions.
What about the implementation team?
The initial setup is straightforward and takes approximately twenty minutes. Approximately two technical staff are required for deployment.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the solution a nine out of ten. The solution is good, but improvements could be made to its stability and the way retention policies are applied could be more optimized.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

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