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Data encryption and cloud backup tutorial
Data storage backups are a necessary element of data protection plan, but they're often the biggest source of security woes. There are currently four major areas where data security intersects with the data backup world: tape encryption, cloud backup... E-Book
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Backup definitions: Top terms you need to know
Check out this list of important data backup definitions on SearchDataBackup.com. The list includes both terms you probably know and some that you may not. Feature
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Tape backup encryption best practices
Tape backup encryption is being used for many organizations, but figuring out how to implement it can be challenging. Learn about tape encryption best practices in this article. Tutorial
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Secure data backup strategies for the enterprise: A backup security tutorial
In this tutorial on secure data backup strategies, learn about encryption key management, encryption appliances, tape and disk encryption, cloud backup security, and secure data destruction. Tutorial
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Data backup security strategies: A tutorial on cloud security, encryption and data destruction
Data security concerns are climbing the priority list for data backup pros, including tape encryption, cloud backup, key management and data deletion options. Tutorial
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Data storage backup security tutorial: Tape encryption and cloud backup
Data storage backups are an necessary element of data protection plan, but they're often the biggest source of security woes. Learn everything you need to know about keeping your backups secure in this tutorial. Tutorial
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Using an encryption appliance for data backup security
Kevin Beaver, information security consultant with Principle Logic LLC, discusses the pros and cons of using encryption appliances for backup encryption and what you need to consider before deploying an encryption appliance. His answers are also avai... FAQ
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Avoid data loss with proper tape storage handling procedures
Learn how to properly store your tape drives and avoid data loss with proper tape storage handling procedures. FAQ
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Data destruction options for your backup data
When data backups are deleted in your business, are they really gone? In this FAQ, Executive Editor and Independent Backup Expert W. Curtis Preston discusses data destruction in backup environments. FAQ
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Data backup and recovery technology tutorials
Learn about the latest data backup and recovery technology trends in our technology tutorials. Tutorial
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Cloud backup tutorial: How to leverage cloud backup services
In this tutorial on cloud backup, you'll learn how cloud storage is changing data protection and disaster recovery and the cost differences of cloud backup vs. traditional backup. Tutorial
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Backupify to offer APIs for third-party vendors
Backup and recovery SaaS provider Backupify announced a set of APIs for third-party vendors to include in their applications. News | 07 Feb 2013
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Silver Peak Systems tweaks replication acceleration, bypassing network
Silver Peak Systems' Velocity lets storage and backup admins connect replication optimization software to storage filers, bypassing IP network. News | 26 Sep 2012
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Pet supplies firm taps Axxana Phoenix for disaster backup, recovery
Axxana Phoenix System RP offers data protection for animal health products distributor News | 24 Feb 2012
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Week in review podcast: Spectra Logic tape library, Bocada VM backup reporting
TechTarget's Storage Media Group reports on product releases from Spectra Logic, Bocada and from a Storage Decisions conference for intelligence community professionals. News | 04 Nov 2011
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Druva adds laptop security via encryption, device tracking
Druva’s SafePoint uses 256-bit encryption, Global Positioning System (GPS) and remote data wipe capability to protect data on lost or stolen laptops News | 20 May 2011
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Concerns with cloud backup solutions: Security and performance top list
Cloud backup services promise inexpensive capacity, lower capital expenses, and simplified data management. Learn the top concerns about implementing cloud backup storage through a case study of one administrator's move to a cloud-based backup servic... Article | 14 Dec 2010
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Sepaton adds data erasure technology for virtual tape libraries with Secure Erasure
Sepaton launches Secure Erasure technology, which completely erases data on virtual tape library (VTL) cartridges so that no forensic data remains, and provides an auditable paper trail for organizations with regulatory compliance requirements. Article | 14 Jun 2010
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Data backup and recovery briefs: STORServer Reporter v2.5 is released for Tivoli Storage Manager
This week's data backup and recovery news in brief: STORServer Reporter v2.5 is released for Tivoli Storage Manager and Master Lock replaces their tape storage with cloud backup. Article | 04 Feb 2010
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Data backup and recovery briefs: EMC announces new data replication support in Data Protection softw
This week's news in brief: EMC announces new data replication support in Data Protection software and PEER 1 chooses EMC Atmos as its new cloud storage service provider. Article | 16 Dec 2009
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Data backup and recovery news briefs: Atempo announces new support for Mac OS X Snow Leopard
This week's news in brief: Atempo announces new for Mac OS X Snow Leopard; Novosoft releases Handy Backup, online data backup for mobile devices. Article | 08 Dec 2009
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Pros and cons of backup tape encryption
Independent backup expert Brien Posey outlines what's good and what's bad about backup tape encryption in this tip. Tip
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Secure backups require more than just encrypting data
Independent backup expert Brien Posey says that encrypting data is not a substitute for strong physical security and proper account usage. Tip
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Effective data sanitization: How regulations and standards address it
Effective use of data sanitization techniques lessens the chance that valuable data could be stolen or compromised. Tip
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Cloud backups offer benefits, present challenges
The idea of supplementing your physical servers with cloud backups is an appealing one. But there are issues you’ll need to consider. Tip
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Preventing online backup security threats to your network
More and more employees are using online backup services to back up their data on work computers. Learn about how to prevent online backup security threats in your organization. Tip
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Data destruction services: When data deletion is not enough
Learn about data destruction services for old disks and tape, and about data degaussing and data overwrite programs for secure data destruction. Tip
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How to back up encrypted files and how to use the Encrypting File System
With data backup security being such a high priority, more organizations are encrypting the contents of their file servers. Although encryption improves security, it can complicate an organization's backup efforts. Tip
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Criteria for choosing the right tape encryption solution for your data backup plan
How do you decide which tape encryption product is right for your enterprise? Learn about what factors you need to look at before deciding on an encryption product. Tip
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Secure your data backups with encryption key management best practices
Here are several essential key management best practices you need to know about to maximize your investment in encryption and minimize your business risks. Tip
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Podcast: Backing up data on mobile devices
With an increasing number of people storing data on their mobile devices, W. Curtis Preston offers advice on how to properly back up and store this important data. Tip
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How do you make sure your data is secure when using a online/cloud backup provider?
Curtis Preston discusses the best way to secure data if you use an online/cloud data backup provider in this expert response Ask the Expert
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Monitoring tape media duty cycle
Backup expert Ashley D'Costa offers advice on how to realistically monitor the duty cycle of your tape media. Ask the Expert
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Centralized backup solution
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The cost of tape storage
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How fast will my backups run?
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Talking about tape compatibilities
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Allowing failover of existing backup jobs
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The current state of tape SAN failover
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Choice of LTO drive should be based on reliability
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Alternative tape storage management
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cloud disaster recovery (cloud DR)
Cloud disaster recovery (cloud DR) is a component of a disaster recovery plan that involves maintaining copies of enterprise data in a cloud storage environment as a security measure. Definition
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encryption key management
Encryption key management is the administration of tasks involved with protecting, storing, backing up and organizing encryption keys. Definition
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Encrypting File System (EFS)
The Encrypting File System (EFS) is a feature of the Windows 2000 operating system that lets any file or folder be stored in encrypted form and decrypted only by an individual user and an authorized recovery agent. Definition
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Travan
Travan is a linear magnetic tape product developed by the 3M Company... (Continued) Definition
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Data Encryption Standard (DES)
Data Encryption Standard (DES) is a widely-used method of data encryption using a private (secret) key that was judged so difficult to break by the U.S. government that it was restricted for exportation to other countries. Definition
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encryption
Encryption is the conversion of data into a form, called a ciphertext, that cannot be easily understood by unauthorized people. Decryption is the process of converting encrypted data back into its original form, so it can be understood. Definition
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storage encryption
Storage encryption is the use of encryption/decryption of backed-up and archived data, both in transit and on storage media. Definition
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Posey: Defend your continuous data protection solution
In this Storage Decisions video, Brien Posey explains some of the major ways to defend your organization's continuous data protection solution. Video
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Marks: Encryption important to mobile backups
Howard Marks, chief scientist at Networks Are Our Lives, discusses the role encryption plays in mobile backups and recovery. Video
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Data security and backup encryption remain critical
Listen to our podcast on making sure your organization’s data is secure and that you have adequate backup encryption for your critical information. Podcast
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Data encryption solutions for your backup environment
Greg Schulz discusses the different data encryption solutions available today. Find out the popular ways to encrypt your backups and common concerns with data encryption. FAQ
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Andrew Warby discusses data encryption and Exchange backup and recovery
Andrew Warby, senior network administrator at CRA International's Boston office, discusses data encyrption and Exchange backup and recovery. Video
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Tape encryption FAQ podcast
In this podcast, Pierre Dorion, Data Center Practice Director, Long View Systems Inc., answers today's most common questions about tape encryption. Podcast
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Pros and cons of backup tape encryption
Independent backup expert Brien Posey outlines what's good and what's bad about backup tape encryption in this tip. Tip
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Secure backups require more than just encrypting data
Independent backup expert Brien Posey says that encrypting data is not a substitute for strong physical security and proper account usage. Tip
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Backupify to offer APIs for third-party vendors
Backup and recovery SaaS provider Backupify announced a set of APIs for third-party vendors to include in their applications. News
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Posey: Defend your continuous data protection solution
In this Storage Decisions video, Brien Posey explains some of the major ways to defend your organization's continuous data protection solution. Video
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Marks: Encryption important to mobile backups
Howard Marks, chief scientist at Networks Are Our Lives, discusses the role encryption plays in mobile backups and recovery. Video
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Silver Peak Systems tweaks replication acceleration, bypassing network
Silver Peak Systems' Velocity lets storage and backup admins connect replication optimization software to storage filers, bypassing IP network. News
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Effective data sanitization: How regulations and standards address it
Effective use of data sanitization techniques lessens the chance that valuable data could be stolen or compromised. Tip
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Backup definitions: Top terms you need to know
Check out this list of important data backup definitions on SearchDataBackup.com. The list includes both terms you probably know and some that you may not. Feature
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Pet supplies firm taps Axxana Phoenix for disaster backup, recovery
Axxana Phoenix System RP offers data protection for animal health products distributor News
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Cloud backups offer benefits, present challenges
The idea of supplementing your physical servers with cloud backups is an appealing one. But there are issues you’ll need to consider. Tip
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