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Backup data archives

Traditional backup platforms are not suited for archival data storage. An archive differs from a backup because the data may not be used for months or even years, but must be accessed quickly when needed. Files can be archived to any disk storage system. Recently content-addressed storage (CAS) has appeared to support archiving efforts.



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Data archives overview
When a file is lost due to user error, or data is corrupted because of system problems, the affected data can be restored from a backup. An archive is different from a backup because the data may not be used for months,...


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Backup Guide Chapter 5: Archives (PDF)
You asked for it, so here it is -- a printable version of our Backup All-In-One Guide. Download Chapter 5: Archives in .pdf format now.


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How archive and encryption impact backup with Curtis Preston
In this videocast Curtis Preston examines archive and encryption.

CAS and data deduplication: Partners in archiving
This tip explores CAS and data deduplication, discusses the uses for each and outlines the technologies' strengths and weaknesses.

Best practices for long-term tape archives
The advantages of using tape to store long-term archival and compliance data include low cost per gigabyte and relative ease of transportability, assuming the tapes do not get lost in transit. Learn best practices for...

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