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# Apache ORC Reviews & Product Details

Apache ORC is a self-describing type-aware columnar file format for Hadoop workloads.

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## User Insights

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What do you like best about Apache ORC?

I like that it is a fast option for workload storage Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache ORC?

It is not always the most user friendly, even for experienced professionals Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache ORC:

Good software, but managed with open governance so be aware of bugs or threats Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache ORC solving and how is that benefiting you?

Efficient and quick storage, like helping Apache Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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