Data centers are the backbone of online business operations and consumers. The growth in data centers is aided by the increased usage of the internet for personal and business purposes by consumers through smartphones and high-speed broadband connectivity.
Due to COVID-19, there was a boost in data generation across the world, as various governments launched digital initiatives, and enterprises and individuals shifted to cloud and other online platforms. People started working from home, and there was increased interest seen in online trading and e-commerce. The amount of data generated was very high during the COVID-19 pandemic.