A tape library is a storage system used to manage and organize magnetic tapes—media that stores data. Tape libraries are typically employed for data backup, archiving, and long-term storage in various computing environments, including data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures. Key features of tape libraries include: 1. **Automation**: Tape libraries often include robotic mechanisms to automatically load and unload tapes into drives, improving the efficiency and speed of accessing data.
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