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Use this guide to create your own data backup.","Data is growing very fast and the different types of data being created are multiplying. In order to optimize your results and avoid potential data loss, it’s important to understand the merits of a data backup. Here are some key details to understand. What is data backup? Data backup is the replicating and archiving of […]","Data is growing very fast and the different types of data being created are multiplying. In order to optimize your...","\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data is growing very fast and the different types of data being created are multiplying. In order to optimize your results and avoid potential data loss, it’s important to understand the merits of a data backup. Here are some key details to understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--what-is-data-backup\">What is data backup?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data backup is the replicating and archiving of important information and files in order to recover them if disaster occurs. There are different ways to backup data, mostly dedicated to helping large enterprises. Data backup uses things like hardware, software or cloud systems to maintain info.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--why-is-data-backup-necessary\">Why is data backup necessary?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The harsh reality of data is it’s vulnerable, no matter what precautions we take to protect it. While it’s important to work hard to secure data from all sorts of threats, it is equally important to backup this data just in case. It’s important to note the types of danger threatening your data so you can be prepared.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-36311\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"681\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193348\u002Fdata-backup-2.jpg\" alt=\"A picture of different systems hooked up to a server.\" class=\"wp-image-36311\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193348\u002Fdata-backup-2.jpg 749w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193348\u002Fdata-backup-2-450x409.jpg 450w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A good fail-safe system is needed to prevent all possible negative outcomes.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, your company’s data may be a target for hackers. Even though you can reduce the chances of cyber attacks with a strong IT department, powerful software and good awareness; you’ll want a further layer of protection just in case. Remember that this is just one scenario – there are many possible threats to be aware of.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--what-type-of-data-should-be-backed-up\">What type of data should be backed up?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just as importantly as to WHY you should backup data is figuring out WHICH things to protect. If you are an individual user, you’ll know which types of information you want secured. If you’re a large company, however, it takes quite a bit of due diligence to figure it out. Accordingly, it’s vital to dedicate resources to determining what pieces of data should be backed up.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some companies choose to either put someone in charge of or hire someone for the sole purpose of focusing on backing up data. Furthermore, if a business wants to ensure their information continues to stay safe throughout technological changes, they need to periodically evaluate this position and their methods.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-36314\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-3.jpg\" alt=\"A picture of a laptop with a symbol and the word 'backup' on the screen.\" class=\"wp-image-36314\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-3.jpg 800w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-3-450x300.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Make sure you determine which type of data should be backed up.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--important-considerations\">Important considerations\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next big decision requires evaluation of your company needs when it comes to data. Now that you know why data needs to be backed up and which pieces your company wants to protect, it’s time to determine how often it’s backed up. There are essentially two different ways to go about it, a short or long phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first way, a shorter backup phase, is beneficial in that it retains more data after a disaster. The downside of this method, however, is that it requires much more energy, backup and storage space. The longer method doesn’t protect as much data but it gives companies more freedom to do other things rather than worry about backing up data all the time.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-36316\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"764\" height=\"380\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-4.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration representing PC security.\" class=\"wp-image-36316\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-4.jpg 764w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193347\u002Fdata-backup-4-450x224.jpg 450w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Consider whether or not your company can afford a shorter or longer backup phase.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-5--how-to-backup-data\">How to backup data\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are quite a few different ways to backup data, all have some validity to them. It’s going to come down to individual preference. The first way is by using a cloud storage system. The cloud is great for companies who wish to save hard drive space. The cloud is a much more modern way to backup data. The traditional way is with a hardware solution. These are ideal when a company isn’t concerned about physical space, such as the size of a large warehouse. Hardware solutions for data backup include things such as external hard drives.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As data grows at such a rapid rate, using software to back it up makes a lot of sense. Software systems save companies time because they handle the entire process once installed. There are a lot of software systems available from trusted companies, such as IBM. Be sure to implement a program that best suits your needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your company works too hard on so many different projects – don’t let it all slip away over an accident. Get protected by following some of the above options.\u003C\u002Fp>",3,{"url":37,"url_md":38,"alt":39,"height":40,"width":41},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193348\u002Fdata-backup.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F19193348\u002Fdata-backup-405x450.jpg","A visual representation of data.",554,498,[43],{"id":44,"slug":44,"title":45,"path":46},"marketing-technology","Marketing technology","\u002Fpost-category\u002Fmarketing-technology\u002F",[48,55,62],{"featuredImage":49,"postId":50,"slug":51,"title":52,"description":53,"path":54},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F10\u002F26171307\u002Fconten-hub-feature-1-450x225.jpg",34736,"wav-audio-file","How to read a WAV file: Open and convert it","Learn what WAV audio files are, how to open and convert them, and discover their advantages for high-quality sound. Explore user-friendly tools and methods.","\u002Fblog\u002Fwav-audio-file\u002F",{"featuredImage":56,"postId":57,"slug":58,"title":59,"description":60,"path":61},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F19184252\u002Fcontent-management-feature-450x263.jpg",62981,"content-management-benefits","Your marketing team needs a content management solution. Here’s why.","Get content management down to a science with a digital asset management solution.","\u002Fblog\u002Fcontent-management-benefits\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F04\u002F19193219\u002Fgoogle-drive-storage-limits-13-450x300.jpg",24188,"google-drive-storage-limits","Google Drive storage limits – A comprehensive guide","Google Drive has storage limitations that inevitably restrict users. 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