Internet Small Computer Systems Interface
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iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) is an IP-based storage networking standard for linking data storage facilities in a computing environment. By carrying SCSI commands over IP networks, iSCSI is used to facilitate data transfers over intranets and to manage storage over long distances. iSCSI is used to transmit data over local area networks, wide area networks, or the Internet, and enables location-independent data storage and retrieval.
Unlike traditional Fibre Channel, which requires special-purpose cabling, iSCSI can run over long distances using existing network infrastructure.