We separate the control functions of the I/O from the actual caching and transfer of data. This is referred herein as "disk improvements." For caching, this enables improved utilization of bandwidth and memory. For transfers of data, bandwidth is improved while retaining security. Also in the present invention, we utilize unused portions of host systems to serve as a cache. This is referred herein as "cache enhancements."

 
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