Storage¶
What this service is¶
Storage provides places to keep research data during a project.
Different storage systems are designed for different purposes, including:
- active data used in computation
- shared research datasets
- collaborative file access
Storage systems differ in:
- performance
- access patterns
- sharing capabilities
- data persistence
When to use this service¶
Use storage when you need to:
- store research data for ongoing work
- organise datasets for a project or team
- make data available to compute environments
- maintain a shared data location for collaborators
If your data does not need to be stored long-term, and only needs to move between systems, see:
What this service provides¶
Storage at UCT includes:
- storage attached to compute environments (for active workflows)
- managed storage for research data (for shared and persistent use)
- access mechanisms for collaboration and file sharing
Each option is suited to different types of data and workflows.
How to choose¶
The right storage depends on:
- how the data will be used (compute, sharing, archiving)
- who needs access (individual, team, external collaborators)
- data size and performance requirements
- how long the data needs to be retained
For a structured comparison of available options:
Related tasks¶
Next steps¶
- Request or adjust storage:
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Access shared research storage:
- Mount RDS