SK0-003 · Question #29
Which of the following is a benefit of software RAID?
The correct answer is C. Lower cost to implement. Software RAID utilizes the host system's processing power and memory, making it a more economical storage solution compared to hardware RAID.
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Which of the following is a benefit of software RAID?
Options
- AIncreased data integrity
- BHigher performance
- CLower cost to implement
- DMore storage possibilities
How the community answered
(16 responses)- B6% (1)
- C94% (15)
Why each option
Software RAID utilizes the host system's processing power and memory, making it a more economical storage solution compared to hardware RAID.
Software RAID does not inherently increase data integrity beyond the chosen RAID level; hardware RAID often provides more robust error handling features.
Software RAID generally offers lower performance than hardware RAID because it consumes host system resources, potentially impacting overall server performance.
Software RAID does not require the purchase of a dedicated hardware RAID controller, as it uses the existing CPU and memory resources of the host server to manage RAID operations, which significantly reduces the initial implementation cost.
Software RAID does not inherently offer more storage possibilities; the storage options are limited by the underlying operating system and physical disk configuration, similar to hardware RAID.
Concept tested: Software RAID benefits and characteristics
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