Comparing Redis Append-Only Files and Replication: Understanding Durability and Availability

Redis is fundamentally an in-memory data store known for its speed and simplicity. However, one of the greatest challenges in memory-based storage systems is persistence — ensuring data survives system failures or restarts. Persistence defines how Redis transforms its volatile, ephemeral state into a durable form that can be reconstructed after outages. Among the persistence… Read More »