File virtualization
In computing, file virtualization is a field of storage virtualization operating on computer file level. It involves uniting multiple storage devices into a single logical pool of files. It is a vital part of both file area network (FAN) and network file management (NFM) concepts.
As with most other virtualization designs, "a primary driver behind file virtualization is the desire to shield users and administrators from the complexity of the underlying storage environment. Other goals include simplified management, more efficient capacity usage and allocation, and reduced management costs[1]".
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See also
- File area network (FAN)
- Network file management (NFM)