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Deduplication is becoming an essential tool to help data managers control exponential data growth in the backup environment. The methods used to accomplish deduplication vary widely as do the levels of capacity optimization they can provide. Some techniques are well suited to small-to-medium sized backup environments and others are optimal for enterprise-class environments. This article will describe the techniques being used today to deduplicate data and will highlight considerations for choosing the best technology for your environment.