Internet users often experience varying website response times based on factors like server type and storage technology. Actually, the storage medium used to house files on a web server can affect the speed at which content is delivered to users when they request it. Consequently, as Samsung halts production of their SATA SSD products, web hosting is likely to be impacted by this decision significantly.
The transition from SATA SSD to NVMe SSD means hosting companies will migrate to NVMe SSDs because they have greater throughput capabilities than SATA SSDs but come at a higher price.
Why This Change Matters
As a result of this change, hosting companies will see their customers paying the higher price point of NVMe technology compared to SATA technology. It may be difficult or impossible to find new SATA SSDs for use in web hosts and VPS services. In fact, many VPS providers are now marketing their services as fast NVMe storage and utilizing those drives as the backbone for their data centers.
Should You Worry?
No, don’t be concerned. However, it’s always helpful to have this information handy when looking to improve your site. If you are currently using SATA HDDs through your web host, please reach out to your provider for upgraded options. Upgrading to faster drives can provide you with improved uptime and a smoother surfing experience for your users.
Final Thoughts
As Samsung moves away from SATA SSDs, the Hosting Community will transition to NVMe Storage. It provided potentially more efficient performance for your websites and web hosts. It is incredible how a small change to an SSD can have such a major impact.