How Do ZFS Snapshots Really Work?

The Meaning of Snapshots

How Do ZFS Snapshots Really Work?

In order to explain how Open-E JovianDSS assists your customers with storing their data, it’s essential to get acquainted with snapshots. When using a ZFS-based data storage solution, it means much more than just a hastily captured moment on your camera or phone.

ZFS Snapshots

We use the word “snapshot” in almost every description of our Open-E JovianDSS software, but what does it mean exactly, and why is the “consistent snapshots” feature such an advantage? In today’s article, our Open-E Team will provide you with the answers to the most common questions about ZFS snapshots, such as:

• When should you take a snapshot?

• What do snapshots consist of?

• How do we restore data from a snapshot?

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