Remote Offsite Backup Saves Time and Worry

Almost 25% of all computer users have lost memories, manuscripts, and endless hours of work due to viruses, acts of nature, and even hackers. And if you are a business, you have a 1 in 2 chance of going out of business forever if you suffer a serious loss of data. There are many ways to backup your data, but they are not all equally safe.

Most personal computer users, if they backup at all, will back up to a CD or DVD, but this is not always safe. 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. In addition, your files will be compromised if they are stolen because CD and DVD backups usually don’t involve data encryption.

Another way to store your computer’s data is to copy everything to an internal or external hard drive, or a tape backup system. You will likely be able to recover data easily with these devices but only if they have not been corrupted or damaged along with the original hard drive in the same natural disaster or virus attack. And don’t rule out the theft option. And some reports say that up to half of all attempts to recover data on tape backups do fail.

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 backup is fairly effortless and involves the following:

Local Software Installation

First, you will download and install an application to interface with the backup server of the online storage provider. It takes about 20-30 minutes to set up the program.

Initial Backup of Entire System

Second, backing up files of this sort requires a fast connection, such as with a cable modem, DSL line or a T1 line. Third, schedule a complete system backup during a convenient time. For secure storage, respectable offsite data backup providers store your files in highly secure “vaults” that are maintained and observed 24 hours a day.

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.

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