Offsite Data Storage Is the Solution to Saving Your Business

Almost 25% of all computer users have lost memories, manuscripts, and endless hours of work due to viruses, acts of nature, and even hackers. Not only that, almost 50% of businesses that lose their data go out of business permanently, report industry analysts. There are many ways to backup your data, but they are not all equally safe.

Maybe you already backup your data to a CD or DVD, but these disks are not always secure. You might believe that the disk copied the files perfectly, but many times when you need the data, the files are corrupted or missing due to damaged disks or other technical failures. And if you don’t remember to back up on a regular basis, then of course the files won’t be there when you need them. In addition, your files will be compromised if they are stolen because CD and DVD backups usually don’t involve data encryption.

You may be thinking about buying a second hard drive or tape storage solution for data backup. Recovery of data is easy with these solutions but only if the cloned hard drive or tape backup is not damaged in the same fire or flood in which your original hard drive was damaged. And don’t forget the possibility of theft. And it has been reported by industry experts that tape backups can fail in 1 out of 2 recovery attempts.

The easiest and most secure way to regularly backup all of your data with little or no effort on your part is by utilizing an online or offsite data storage company. Offsite data storage and recovery is a rather effortless procedure:

Local Software Installation

First, you will need to install a small program to interface with the offsite data storage server. Setup of the program is usually very simple and takes about half an hour.

Initial Backup of Entire System

Second, you’ll need a broadband connection, such as a cable modem, DSL, or T1 line. Third, schedule a complete system backup during a convenient time. Don’t worry about the safety of your data because reputable off site backup providers encrypt your data and store it in super secure locations second in safety only to the CIA and FBI.

Web Management System

Finally, many online data backup providers offer a web interface for convenient access to scheduling backups and retrieving files anywhere an internet connection is available. You might also receive an encryption code known only to you to keep your files safe.

  If you are looking for the perfect data backup strategy to protect your business, visit Data Backup Solutions.