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Choosing a removable hard disk drive for data backup an
Removable hard disk drives deliver the faster data backup and recovery times associated with storage systems used in enterprise SANs, but there are some drawbacks to using them.
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Automate data backup with open-source tools
Here's a look at some of the major open-source tools for data backup.
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Top tape rotation strategies
Here's a list of the most common tape rotation schemes used in data backup and the pros and cons of each.
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Data protection implications when migrating to Windows
Some of the enhancements to Windows Server 2008's OS will require an update to data backup solutions or processes to ensure that servers and data are being adequately protected.
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The pros and cons of globally deduplicating data backup
Global data deduplication is a way for companies to achieve higher data reduction ratios, use less storage capacity and keep data online for longer periods of time.
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Where should you encrypt your data?
Because of high-profile losses of data through misplaced or stolen backup tapes, everyone is aware of tape encryption. There are many choices, so picking what's best for your organization can be ch...
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Source-side data reduction and backup
For short-term, rapid recoveries of the most recent versions of data, focus should be on source-side data reduction.
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Why you need a data backup reporting tool
When backup reporting needs go beyond knowing what happened last night, it's probably time to start considering specialized data backup reporting tools.
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How to back up laptops
Exploding data growth rates are putting more critical data onto laptops, which are generally not backed up effectively. Here are some options for backing up laptop data.
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Inline vs. post-processing deduplication appliances
Choosing between appliances that do inline or post-processing data deduplication can be difficult. To help you decide between the competing approaches, here are some general guidelines that you can...
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Five things to consider when using virtualized servers
Disaster recovery isn't the No. 1 reason enterprises virtualize their servers, but it's one of the major benefits. Here are some important things you should know about using server virtualization f...
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Multiplexing data backup streams vs. disk for data back
Now that disk is being used as a primary backup target in more enterprise shops, companies need to reevaluate what role, if any, multiplexing should play in their future backup plans. Here are some...
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Demystifying VMware data protection: Data backup produc
Here's how backup and recovery applications from EMC, CommVault, IBM, Symantec and Vizioncore approach VMware data backup and recovery and how to choose the best one for your environment.
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Four ways to streamline your data backup process
Are your data backup operations out of control? Here are four tips to help you streamline your data backup and recovery process.
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Centralizing data protection with VMware VDI
VMware Virtual Desktop Infrastructure can be used to move desktops into the data center to prevent data recovery and security issues. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of VDI.
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What is the difference between archives and backups?
The difference between data backups vs. archives is described in this tip and the pros and cons of using tape and disk for each is discussed.
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Data deduplication disaster recovery considerations
Data deduplication is a proven technology, and in many cases, it's replacing tape as the media of choice for backups. This evolution must be taken into consideration when developing your DR plan.
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The role of NAS in data backup
The role of NAS in backup is changing. Here's a look at using NAS in your data backup operations and its future in the enterprise.
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Tips for protecting the edge: remote-office data protec
Here's how to integrate remote-office data protection into your overall backup process.
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The cost of tape vs. disk data backup
Here's how to determine the cost of disk vs. tape in your data backup environment.
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Cloud backup services succeed from managing data
Independent backup and disaster recovery expert Jon Toigo discusses the importance of data management and testing for cloud backup services.
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Four things to know about Hyper-V backups
In this tip, independent backup expert Brien Posey outlines four things you need to know about Microsoft Hyper-V backups to avoid common pitfalls.
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Deduplication and data lifecycle management
Independent backup expert Brien Posey offers information about how data deduplication impacts data lifecycle management in this tip.
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Integrating e-discovery process with traditional backup
Independent backup expert Brien Posey looks at how the e-discovery process and traditional backup software products have become more integrated today.