Offsite Data Storage Saves Files and Money

Almost 25% of all computer users have lost memories, manuscripts, and endless hours of work due to viruses, acts of nature, and even hackers. In addition, if you own a business, your chances are 1 in 2 that your business will fail if you lose your all or most of your data. A brief review of the following backup methods show that they do not all offer the same amount of safety.

CDs and DVDs are probably the most common way to back up files, but they don’t offer the kind of security that you might think they offer. You might verify that the files did copy just fine to the disks, but for various technical reasons, when you really do need to get the data back, the disk might be scratched or otherwise corrupted and the files cannot be recovered. And if you are a procrastinator and fail to back up your data regularly, then you will have lost many hours of work and memories. Also, if your backed up files on CD or DVD are stolen, the thief will easily recover all of your data because they are probably not going to be encrypted.

Another popular method for backing up data is on an external tape storage system or a second internal hard drive. 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 industry research reveals that tape backup can fail to recover files up to 50% of the time.

The most effective way to ensure regular and secure file recovery is by using the services of an off site data backup company. Off site data storage and recovery involves a few simple steps:

Local Software Installation

First, you’ll have to install a program that works with the server of the online storage provider. Setting up the program usually takes about 20-30 minutes.

Initial Backup of Entire System

Second, to back up files over the internet, you need to have a cable modem, DSL or T1 line. Third, you will want to schedule your first full backup during off-peak hours so that it doesn’t interrupt your other important computer traffic. All reputable offsite data backup providers store your data in server “vaults” second in safety only to that of the FBI and CIA, so don’t worry about that!

Web Management System

Finally, your online provider might offer a webpage where you can download files and schedule backups. You might also receive an encryption code known only to you to keep your files safe.

I’ll leave you with some wise words made up by me: don’t worry about losing your data; worry about not backup up your data. To learn more about data recovery options to secure your business, visit Data Backup Solutions.