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Chapter 1. Introduction to storage 
virtualization
This chapter defines the concept of storage virtualization and provides an overview of its 
application in addressing the challenges of modern storage environment. 
This chapter includes the following topics:
/SM5900001.1, “Storage virtualization terminology” on page 2
/SM5900001.2, “Benefits of using IBM Spectrum Virtualize” on page 5
/SM5900001.3, “Latest changes and enhancements” on page 6
/SM5900001.4, “Summary” on page 7
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