Wasabi offers Hot Cloud Storage designed for object storage. The service provides high performance, high reliability, and low cost compared to other cloud storage services like Amazon S3, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Storage. Here are some key features:
Benefits of Wasabi
The main characteristics
High Performance
Immutable Storage
Full AWS S3 API Compatibility
Low Costs
High Security
Wasabi provides 11×9 (99.999999999%) data durability to protect data.
Wasabi Affiliate Program
Wasabi’s Partner Program is designed to provide Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and resellers with the tools and support needed to offer advanced cloud storage services to their clients. Here are some key features and benefits:
A unified platform for managing cloud storage.
Access to Wasabi technical support, including support specialists and a dedicated partner portal.
Online training and certifications to enhance technical and sales skills.
Access to marketing materials and sales tools to promote products and services.
Discounts on products and services, financial incentives, and reward programs.
Object Storage
Object Storage is a data storage method that manages information as objects instead of files or blocks. Each object contains the data itself, metadata, and a unique identifier. Here are some key features:
- Flat Storage: Data is stored in a flat namespace, making it easier to retrieve.
- Custom Metadata: Each object is accompanied by metadata, allowing for efficient search and management of data.
- High Scalability: Object storage systems can grow horizontally, meaning they can add more storage as needed without significant reconfiguration.
- Durability and Redundancy: Data is often replicated across multiple locations or data centers, ensuring high availability and safety.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Especially when used for cold storage (data that is rarely accessed), object storage can be much more cost-effective compared to traditional storage methods[1][2].
Comparison to standard storage
- File Storage: Data is stored in files organized in a hierarchical directory structure. Suitable for sharing and collaboration, but less scalable.
- Block Storage: Data is divided into fixed-size blocks, each stored separately. Suitable for high performance and direct server attachment, but less flexible.
Why is Object Storage the right solution for backup systems?
Object Storage is an ideal solution for backup systems for the following reasons
Ability to add storage as needed without significant reconfiguration.
Data is replicated across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and safety.
Especially cost-effective for storing data that is rarely accessed.
Allows for efficient search and management of backup data[1][2].
Payment Models
In Wasabi’s CSP program, there are two main payment models:
Pay-As-You-Go
Payment based on actual usage of services.
Advantages:
- Maximum flexibility: Accurate payment based on actual consumption.
- Suitable for businesses with changing or unpredictable needs.
- No long-term commitment.
Disadvantages:
- Higher cost per unit of usage.
- Can be challenging to manage if there are many changes in consumption.
- No discounts for continuous usage.
Reserved Capacity Storage (RCS)
Monthly payment based on a commitment to a minimum usage level for a defined period (usually a year or more).
Advantages:
- Significant discounts for monthly commitment.
- Easier budget management.
- Suitable for businesses with stable and predictable needs.
- Ability to receive a higher discount tier.
Disadvantages:
- Less flexibility: Long-term commitment.
- Can be difficult to adjust if needs change.
- Fixed monthly financial commitment.