Secure Data Backup Online and Save Your Business

The odds are 1 in 4 that you will lose all the data on your hard drive due to a virus, hacker or natural disaster, such as a fire, flood, or earthquake. In addition, industry analysts say that almost 50% of business that suffer a complete data loss do not recover and soon go out of business. A look at the four most common methods of data storage reveals that they do not all offer the same benefits and 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 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. Not only that, but these disks are not usually encrypted so all of your data is at risk in case of theft.

You might be one of many people and businesses backing up your data on a second hard drive or tape backup solution. You should have success with these backup devices if they have not been stolen, corrupted, or damaged in the same disaster that caused your original files to be stolen, corrupted, or damaged. In addition, research shows that tape backup fails to recover data as much as 50% of the time.

The most efficient and effective way securely backup your files on a regular basis is to perform a remote offsite backup. Offsite data protection and file recovery is a fairly easy process:

Local Software Installation

First you’ll install a small application that interfaces with the backup server of the online data backup provider. It takes up to a half hour to set up the program.

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, schedule a complete system backup during a convenient time. 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, many online providers offer a web control interface where you can schedule backups and retrieve files anytime. You might also receive an encryption code known only to you to keep your files safe.

I’ll end this report with a wise maxim: don’t worry about data loss, worry about not having a recovery strategy. If you are looking for the perfect data backup strategy to protect your business, visit Data Backup Solutions.