TerraMaster has added to its external backup portfolio and is bringing out another true disk enclosure, not a NAS or 'Home Server.' They call it the D8 Hybrid, and we take it for a spin.
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The BeeStation is a new class of product from Synology that aims to make backing up images from mobile devices a breeze. It works well, but there are some caveats that I hope they address later.
TerraMaster has decided to dip its toes in the external backup market and is bringing out a true disk enclosure, not a NAS or 'Home Server.' They call it a Hybrid, and we take it for a spin.
Terramaster might not be a well known brand of NAS, but they are quite a bit cheaper than the competition. If you're not worried about a wealth of community support it's a great option.
With Christmas nearing, multiple SKUs from QNAP's TS series are now selling at close to half the MSRP launch prices. There are 2-bay, 4-bay, 6-bay options with varying memory capacities.
QNAP has issued a patch of a security vulnerability that could affect certain configurations of its NAS Drives. The flaw resides in PHP that deals with FPM. It can allow remote code execution.
Any improperly configured QNAP NAS, exposed to the internet, is currently vulnerable to a new type of ransomware called Deadbolt which encrypts data and demands a ransom in Bitcoin.