# Data Storage on The No Agenda Show Data Storage comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2010 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** July 2010 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Cloud Storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Drop.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drop-io.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [Encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [Acronis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acronis.md), [Ankle Monitors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankle-monitors.md), [Archive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archive.md), [Backups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backups.md), [Bi Incorporated](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bi-incorporated.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Data Privacy, Local Computing vs. Cloud Storage - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 1:13:54–1:16:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/data-privacy-local-computing-vs-cloud-storage.md The hosts advocate for local computing and the use of open-source operating systems like Linux to avoid data harvesting by large corporations. They criticize the public's willingness to upload personal data to the cloud while simultaneously fearing government surveillance. The discussion emphasizes that privacy is a choice made through hardware and software habits. Keywords: [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [data harvesting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-harvesting.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), local compute ### Cyber Pandemic Preparedness, Legacy Backup Systems - **Episode:** [1642: Million Morons](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1642-million-morons.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-17 - **Time:** 2:11:21–2:13:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1642-million-morons/chapter/cyber-pandemic-preparedness-legacy-backup-systems.md Referencing Klaus Schwab's warnings of a "cyber pandemic," the hosts discuss the vulnerability of modern cloud-based data systems. They contrast current "cavalier" backup practices with legacy methods involving physical tape archives and off-site storage, suggesting that modern data volumes have become unmanageable. Keywords: [klaus schwab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-schwab.md), [cyber pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-pandemic.md), [backups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backups.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), data management ### Fat Leonard, Navy Corruption and Hard Drive Storage - **Episode:** [1619: Flash to Bang](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-24 - **Time:** 24:46–27:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang/chapter/fat-leonard-navy-corruption-and-hard-drive-storage.md A listener anecdote provides insight into the "Fat Leonard" Navy corruption scandal involving officers on the USS Blue Ridge who diverted ships for bribes. The discussion transitions into the evolution of data storage, noting that 18-terabyte hard drives are now available for $150. This massive storage capacity is framed as a tool for permanent record-keeping of personal data by authorities. Keywords: [fat leonard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fat-leonard.md), uss blue ridge, [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md) ### LastPass Data Breach, Password Security - **Episode:** [1515: Scop Christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-02 - **Time:** 1:16:42–1:19:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas/chapter/lastpass-data-breach-password-security.md LastPass notifies customers of a significant security breach where hackers stole cloud storage keys and customer vault data, including encrypted passwords and personal metadata. The hosts advocate for decentralized password management solutions like VaultWarden or physical notebooks over centralized cloud services. Keywords: lastpass, [data breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), vaultwarden ### Drop.io, Data Loss, Venture Capital Models - **Episode:** [1286: Rory's Dad](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1286-rory-s-dad.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-15 - **Time:** 1:28:39–1:32:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1286-rory-s-dad/chapter/drop-io-data-loss-venture-capital-models.md The loss of historical show notes and artwork occurred when the startup Drop.io was acquired and shut down by Facebook. This experience led to a policy of never relying on "free" third-party corporate servers for critical data. Most modern tech startups are viewed as being built specifically to be acquired by giants like Google or Facebook rather than to establish sustainable business models. Keywords: [drop.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drop-io.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [startups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/startups.md), [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md) ### Microsoft 365 Cloud Storage, Data Indexing, Search Speed - **Episode:** [1093: Right Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-09 - **Time:** 4:14–5:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty/chapter/microsoft-365-cloud-storage-data-indexing-search-speed.md Microsoft 365's cloud storage service is praised for its fast search capabilities and indexing efficiency compared to local desktop software. The benefits of using remote servers to process and index large volumes of data are discussed. Mention is also made of Acronis as an alternative cloud service provider. Keywords: [microsoft 365](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-365.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), data indexing, [acronis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acronis.md), [mainframe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainframe.md) ### No Agenda Torrent, Historical Archive Seeding - **Episode:** [1001: Sexual Terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1001-sexual-terrorism.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-21 - **Time:** 2:27:37–2:31:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1001-sexual-terrorism/chapter/no-agenda-torrent-historical-archive-seeding.md A community-led effort has successfully created a high-speed torrent of the first 1,000 episodes of the show. Seeders from around the world are contributing to ensure the long-term survival of the show's historical archive in an indestructible format. Keywords: torrent, [archive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archive.md), seeding, [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md) ### CleverSafe, Third-Party Metadata Storage - **Episode:** [577: Scripted Fat Talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/577-scripted-fat-talk.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-26 - **Time:** 52:37–56:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/577-scripted-fat-talk/chapter/cleversafe-third-party-metadata-storage.md CleverSafe, a Chicago-based data storage company with ties to In-Q-Tel and former intelligence officials, is identified as a likely candidate for storing NSA metadata under new third-party storage proposals. The company uses information dispersal algorithms to slice and distribute data across multiple geographic locations. The hosts express concern over the centralization of intelligence data with a private entity that also handles commercial data. Keywords: cleversafe, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md), [in-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md) ### Government Dossiers, Data Storage and Costco Hard Drives - **Episode:** [480: War on Brains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-20 - **Time:** 1:44:22–1:47:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains/chapter/government-dossiers-data-storage-and-costco-hard-drives.md The hosts discuss the ease with which the government can now build massive dossiers on citizens due to the plummeting cost of digital storage. They note that a four-terabyte hard drive can be purchased at Costco for under $150, making file space virtually unlimited for state agencies. This leads to a "better safe than sorry" approach where all personal data is permanently archived. Keywords: dossiers, [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), government surveillance ### Drop.io Shutdown, Cloud Storage Risks, Curry's Cloud Redirector - **Episode:** [249: Multidimensional Poverty Index](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/249-multidimensional-poverty-index.md) - **Published:** 2010-11-04 - **Time:** 0:00–5:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/249-multidimensional-poverty-index/chapter/drop-io-shutdown-cloud-storage-risks-curry-s-cloud-redirector.md The acquisition of Drop.io by Facebook led to the service's abrupt closure with only 45 days' notice, resulting in the destruction of thousands of links used in podcast show notes. This event highlights the instability of "freemium" cloud business models and the risks of relying on third-party hosting for professional assets. In response, a custom URL redirector service, curryscloud.com, was developed to ensure that public links remain under personal control even if the underlying file storage provider changes. Keywords: [drop.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drop-io.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), curryscloud.com, url redirector, [data ownership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-ownership.md) ### Drop.io Shutdown, Cloud Computing Risks - **Episode:** [248: Stop Albedo Now!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/248-stop-albedo-now.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-31 - **Time:** 18:25–21:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/248-stop-albedo-now/chapter/drop-io-shutdown-cloud-computing-risks.md The file-sharing service Drop.io is criticized for selling to Facebook and subsequently announcing the closure of its service, which resulted in the deletion of archived show materials. This event is used as a cautionary tale regarding the unreliability of cloud-based storage for paying users. Keywords: [drop.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drop-io.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [data loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-loss.md), [techcrunch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techcrunch.md) ### Network Attached Storage and Private Email Hosting - **Episode:** [247: Obama Insane?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-28 - **Time:** 1:01:24–1:04:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane/chapter/network-attached-storage-and-private-email-hosting.md The hosts discuss the technical upgrades at the "crackpot command center," including a new 5-terabyte RAID 5 NAS system. They express a desire to move away from Gmail and "the cloud" toward self-hosted email servers to ensure privacy from federal surveillance. They weigh the convenience of Google's search capabilities against the security of private hosting. Keywords: [nas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nas.md), raid 5, [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [data backup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-backup.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md) ### BI Incorporated, Electronic Monitoring System Failure - **Episode:** [241: Germany Boy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/241-germany-boy.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-07 - **Time:** 36:57–40:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/241-germany-boy/chapter/bi-incorporated-electronic-monitoring-system-failure.md BI Incorporated, a company providing electronic monitoring for 16,000 offenders across 49 states, suffered a 12-hour system shutdown after hitting a 2-billion record data storage limit. Spokesman Jock Waldo stated the company is expanding the threshold to a trillion records following the unprecedented failure. Keywords: [bi incorporated](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bi-incorporated.md), [ankle monitors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankle-monitors.md), [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md), [sex offenders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-offenders.md), jock waldo ### Schiphol Airport Body Scanners, Image Storage Systems - **Episode:** [215: Drunk in America](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-08 - **Time:** 1:48:58–1:50:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/schiphol-airport-body-scanners-image-storage-systems.md A source inside Schiphol Airport reports that while RFID baggage tracking was abandoned due to cost, 75 full-body scanners are being installed. 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