Data Backup

The Guide to Backup Tape Rotation and Vaulting Schemes

by | August 12, 2020 | Data Backup | 4 min read
Among all the various methods and formats, tape backups stand alone as one of the most cost-efficient and long-lasting options for backing up data. Learn more in this video or the transcript below about what a backup tape rotation and vaulting scheme is, its benefits, the different kinds of...

The History of Backup Tape Rotation & Vaulting

by | July 22, 2020 | Data Backup | 5 min read
Overtime, there have been many developments in the capabilities in technology. Even today, there are constant changes in technology as well as pushing the limits of what is possible. The same goes for backup tape storage. The storage capacity and capabilities of tapes have changed over the years, and...

The Risks of Skipping Data Backup: No Fallback for Disaster

by | Updated May 5, 2020 | Data Backup | 6 min read
There is a constant growth of data collection and analysis. Additionally, it will only continue to grow in the future. Data backup is more important now more than ever. It’s critical to properly handle data and avoid the risks of data exposure and loss. Data containing information about customers,...

What Is a Disaster Recovery Plan and Why It’s Important

by | Updated April 1, 2020 | Data Backup | 3 min read
Organizations can’t always avoid disasters, however having disaster recovery plans and the preventative measures they include are essential for minimizing potential damage, quickly getting things back up and running, and most importantly preventing disasters in the first place. In this video learn more about what a disaster recovery plan...

What to Do When Your Hard Drive Overheats

by | September 27, 2017 | Data Backup | 4 min read
Hard drives are a popular form of storage for businesses and individuals alike. They are simple to use, easy to backup, and can hold terabytes of data. On the flip side, hard drives are also quite vulnerable to failure. Your hard drive can stop working if it’s bumped while...

Data Backups: Types and Methods [Video]

by | Updated May 12, 2020 | Data Backup | 4 min read
Data backup is an essential process to ensure business stability and security. Any data that isn’t backed up regularly risks being lost, stolen, or accidentally deleted. Below learn about the different strategies and techniques for data backup so you can keep your data safe. Transcript Backup Types: Rule of...

What are the Risks of Not Backing Up Data?

by | September 19, 2017 | Data Backup | 6 min read
We use a lot of data. Currently, the world’s daily data output reaches about 2.5 quintillion bytes—with the U.S. accounting for 2,657,700 gigabytes every minute. There are 3,607,080 Google searches a minute, 456,000 tweets sent per minute, and Amazon rakes in $258,751.90 in sales every minute. Not only is...

How Much Is Hard Drive Recovery Going to Cost Me?

by | Updated May 23, 2019 | Data Backup | 4 min read
When your hard drive fails and you can’t access your important files and data, you may experience a moment of panic. Luckily, there is a good chance you can get that data back. Depending on the issue you are experiencing with your hard drive, file recovery services and software...

What is Encryption?

by | Updated January 14, 2016 | Data Backup | 3 min read
What is encryption? Data encryption is the translation of data into a secret code. Encryption is the most effective way to achieve data security. Encryption, is the process of encoding information in such a way that only the person (or computer) with the key can decode it. The primary...

Types of Data Backup

by | Updated October 2, 2017 | Data Backup | 5 min read
When it comes to backing up data, there are two types of people: those who regularly backup their files and those who will learn to backup their files following an episode of data loss. Businesses and organizations lacking a thorough backup plan are susceptible to losing valuable data that...