Data Backup Solutions and Cloud Technology

Computer and server - when breaks down, data can be lost and will have a loss in
business

Data back up - duplicate copy of computer data

Back up - used to recover data after loss from data deletion

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Reasons for Backup

Unprofessional Manpower / Human Eraser
Machine Failure
Virus protection and malware protection
Free up disk space
Events beyond your control / Act of God
Large file transfers

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Backup vs Archive
recoverable Accessible
Copy Move
Changing Inactive
Short Term Long Term

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3-2-1 backup strategy

3 copies of data
1 primary and 2 back ups

2 types of storage media (local drive, NAS, tape etc)

1 offsite (secure storage, cloud etc)

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Types of Backup

Full backups - entire data set, regardless of any previous backups or circumstances

Differential Backups - additions and alterations since the most recent full backup

Incremental Backup - additions and alterations since the most recent incremental
backup
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Data Recovery - to effectively recover from natural or human- induced disasters,

and ensure business continuity.

data protection from unexpected updates, bugs or viruses, hacker attacks, fire or
explosion, server failure, power outage and human errors.

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Benefits of Cloud Computing

Cost effective
Scalable
Elastic
Current / Updated
Reliable
Global
Secure

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