SD Connect

What are the technical specifications of the service?

• Storage space: default 10 TiB. Additional quota, up to 200 TB, can be required at: servicedesk@csc.fi.

• Sensitive data uploaded to SD Connect mare automatically encrypted according to CSC General Terms of Use.

• Encrypted data stored in SD Connect can be accessed and analyzed using SD Desktop.

How long can I store data in SD Connect?

You can store data in SD Connect/Allas during the active phases of your research (data analysis and data collection) and for the duration of your CSC project. A typical research project using CSC services has a lifespan of several weeks to 1–2 years. A resource allocation for a project is for a maximum of one year at a time.

What is the difference between SD Connect and Allas?

SD Connect is a specific user interface that facilitates the use of Allas during sensitive data management. In contrast, Allas is a general cloud storage solution for non-sensitive and encrypted sensitive data. It is accessible through various clients or user interfaces. SD Connect provides automated encryption, decryption and key management, via user interface (up to 100 GB) or command line (SD-lock, SD-unlock tools). SD Connect facilitaes also collabortive projects via data sharing for: tansfer, collection, analysis via secure environment only (via Sd Desktop).

Can I use SD Connect from command line?

Yes, you can use the SD-lock, SD-unlock tools to upload, download, delte files, with automated encryption, decryptiona and key management.

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