Automated Archiving of Scientific Data

This patented system stores, indexes, serves and archives large data sets over long periods of time. It is particularly useful for data, including that from scientific instruments, where frequent immediate access and long-term occasional access are required. It seamlessly connects an online cache with an automatically written offline disk-based archive. By keeping the online cache to a minimum, it can be maintained and served by an energy efficient desk-top or rack-mounted server.