

NAS operates on its own with its own operating system, and essentially has a small computer in it that makes storage smarter and more flexible. This allows multiple computers and mobile devices on the network to wirelessly access and and share files, run apps, stream audio and video, and add and remove data in one centralized device. NAS systems are connected through networks or through WiFi ethernet ports. Data stored on a NAS can be accessed remotely from any location using a network connection, allowing employees to work anywhere and anytime. With a NAS, data is always accessible, making it easy for employees to collaborate. The devices consolidate storage in one place and support a multitude of cloud tasks, such as data archiving and backup. NAS devices are flexible and scalable, allowing users to constantly add additional storage as they grow.

These devices are hard disks that are arranged into logical, redundant storage containers or RAID arrays.
