A great discussion on improving reliability and failure tolerance through Riak's distributed and replication techniques. Rusty dives right into the repairing process using vector clocks and anti-entropy function of dynamo style systems, like Riak.
Riak is a Dynamo-inspired database that scales predictably and easily and simplifies development by giving users the ability to quickly prototype, test, and deploy their applications. In short, its a modern database for modern times and its chockfull of nerdery goodness. If you have a minute, use it here.
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