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What does 'Deduplication' mean?

Deduplication is a software feature that allows for the identification and removal of duplicate data within a database or system. This process involves comparing records or files to determine if any are identical, and then eliminating the redundant data to optimize storage space and enhance efficiency. At its core, deduplication works by analyzing data using algorithms or hash functions to create a unique identifier for each file. This identifier is then compared to others in the database, and if a match is found, the redundant data is

Software with Deduplication functionality