Top 10 Dying Data Storage Technologies

After reading Computerworld's recent article, Top 10 Dead (or dying) Computer Skills, I decided the world was missing a listing of the top 10 dying data storage technologies (in no particular order):

Without further ado...

Top 10 Dying Data Storage Technologies in 2007


1 - betamax
2 - optical jukebox
3 - LRC modules
4 - floppy disks
5 - NAS products based upon the Windows kernel
6 - 1 Gbps fibre-channel
7 - iFCP
8 - compact cassette
9 - laserdisc (LD)
10 - legacy filesystems (think Tru64's AdvFS, NetWare File System, etc.)

NOTE: I decided not to include obsolete ones (punch cards, 8-track tapes, etc.), or my predictions for the future death of currently shipping technologies.


I also avoided specific products (Compaq HSG80) and specific array internals (legacy NetApp gear with Alpha processors).


Have a great Memorial Day Weekend...