Addressing Common Data Backup Tape Myths

Data tape cartridges have played an essential role in enterprise storage since the first days of computing. While the average computer user will never interact with a Linear Tape-Open (LTO) or Advanced Intelligent Tape (AIT) cartridge, IT professionals understand the importance of reliable, long-term storage.

In our work, we frequently encounter misunderstandings about how data cartridges function — and inaccurate comparisons between modern data tapes and other storage technologies. In this article, we’ll address a few of the most common myths.