A RAID controller is a hardware device or software program used to manage hard disk drives or solid-state drives in a computer or storage array so they work as a logical unit. A RAID controller ...

Software RAID, particularly of a level that can leave every disk unusable if the controller hiccups, adds another bit of complexity I want to avoid. The data is worth more than the cost.

In recent years, organizations have continued to add software-based components to their storage infrastructure. This includes RAID to maximize storage capacity and reduce risks of data loss. Some ...