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Description
Moving masses of data is a challenge. It can be slow and frustrating to transfer vast quantities of data from the many places it can be stored or generated over general-purpose computer networks.
When scientists attempt to run data intensive applications over campus networks, it often results in slow transfers - in many cases poor enough that the science mission is significantly impacted. In the worst case, this means either not getting the data, getting it too late or resorting to alternative inefficient measures such as shipping disks around.
SANReN would like to provide an update on the Data Transfer Pilot service that is available for the South African Research and Education community, to assist them to move their data locally and internationally. This session will also provide Data Transfer updates within the National Integrated Cyber Infrastructure System (NICIS).
