The first generation of CDP didn't quite get off the ground, but some users are finding new offerings that integrate frequent snapshots with other backup products more robust.
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New tools for better backups:
This eZine offers a concise outline of next-generation backup solutions; covering all topics from deduplication to virtualization. (WHAT'S NEW)
Virtual Server Backup FAQ:
Mark Bowker answers the most common questions about virtual server backup from storage administrators. His answers are also available as an MP3 file to download. (FAQs)
Data Backup:
Learn how to deploy various data backup technologies, such as archiving, disk backup, tape backup, backup software, CDP, deduplication and remote backup. (Learning Guides)
The advantages of tape for data backup:
With the current focus on disk-based data backup technologies, tape seems to be an outmoded technology, but tape is not dead. Here's why. (TIP)
Backup Best Practices Learning Guide: This guide offers information on tape backup performance, local disk-to-disk backup, snapshots, remote backup, virtual tape libraries and backup ... How to back up desktops and laptops: Losing all of the data on your laptop can be a catastrophe if it hasn't been properly backed up. Here are some laptop and desktop backup best prac... Choosing a tape encryption product: Here's a look at the pros and cons of three different tape encryption products. Data Deduplication Special Report: This Special Report explores how data deduplication products are shaping up in the marketplace, who the key suppliers are and what storage managers ... Are online data backup service providers ready for the enterprise?: Pierre Dorion details what you need to consider when evaluating online backup service providers.
Continuous data protection products look for new niche
The first generation of CDP didn't quite get off the ground, but some users are finding new offerings that integrate frequent snapshots with other backup products more robust. (ARTICLE)
Backing up only what you need
Ask a storage manager which files they back up and you get a variety of answers, but there are definitely some file types you should avoid backing up. (ARTICLE)
Quantum adds management app to its data dedupe platform
As data deduplication products become more common, Quantum tries to make its enterprise system easier to manage by rolling out Quantum Vision and upgrading the DXi7500. (ARTICLE)
EMC brings Mozy online backup to Best Buy
EMC continues to expand down market by bringing three of its acquisitions together in a new bundle that combines Mozy with Restropect Express and Iomega external hard drives. (ARTICLE)
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