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Performing a bare-metal restore in Windows Vista
Performing a bare-metal restore in Windows Vista can be tricky for inexperienced administrators. Learn Windows Backup best practices and Vista bare-metal restore.
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Troubleshooting data backup error log messages
Knowing what how to read your data backup error log messages can help you save time fixing common backup problems. Learn about the most common backup error messages in this tip.
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Target-based data deduplication product considerations
Learn what's important to look for in target-based data deduplication products in this tip by data backup expert W. Curtis Preston.
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Linux data backup and recovery strategies
Linux data backup products are adding new capabilities and becoming even more mainstream. Learn about popular Linux data backup and recovery applications, and Linux data backup and recovery tips fo...
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Understanding data deduplication ratios in backup syste
Data deduplication ratios can be very confusing. Learn about how to estimate a data deduplication ratio in your backup system and how to evaluate a dedupe product in this tip.
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Using custom backup scripts in a modern backup environm
Not too long ago, data backup was controlled by backup scripts, which were written by the people who used them. We look at the pros and cons of custom backup scripts in today's modern backup enviro...
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Data security concerns with online backup
Data security concerns with online backup are often ignored. Online data backup offers a lot of value, however, there are downsides you absolutely need to be aware of.
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EMC NetWorker backup best practices
Brien Posey shares EMC NetWorker backup best practices and troubleshooting tips in this article on EMC NetWorker backup.
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How to choose an enterprise-ready virtual tape library
Learn how to choose a virtual tape library (VTL) that matches your enterprise's needs, and how to decide which VTL has the right performance, scalability and price.
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IBM Tivoli Storage Manager implementation tips
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) has been a popular data backup software product for more than 15 years. Learn about TSM implementation best practices, and how to troubleshoot common Tivoli Storage...
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Data deduplication: The business case for dedupe
If you've considered implementing data deduplication, you may be asked how it will benefit your business. This tip will help you decide if dedupe is right for your business.
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VMware ESX backup alternatives
Learn about alternative methods for backing up virtual disks in this tip on VMware ESX backup.
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Ten ways storage and backup administrators can save tim
Here are our top 10 ways to save storage dollars and make your job as a backup/storage administrator easier.
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The pros and cons of cloud backup technologies
Fueled by affordable bandwidth and capacity optimization technologies, cloud-based backup is becoming a popular alternative to portable backup media, such as tape.
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Linux backup tips with BackupPC
Backing up Linux machines can be challenging, especially for those who are used to working primarily with Windows. Here's are some tips on Linux backup with BackupPC.
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The state of tape storage technologies and data backup
Time and time again, we hear that tape is dead, and it is a storage technology of the past. Tape may no longer be the backup media of choice for some, but it is still widely used. Learn about the l...
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Ten questions to ask your online data backup provider
Like any storage solution, there are key questions that need to be answered by any potential online backup service providers so you understand the risks involved. Learn about the key questions to a...
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Alternatives to tape-based backup and archival systems
Are you thinking of moving away from tape for data backup? Here's a look at some alternatives to tape-based backup, such as online backup and disk.
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The pros and cons of host-based vs. appliance-based tap
Choosing a tape encryption method can be tricky. Here's a look at the pros and cons of host-based vs. appliance-based tape encryption.
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How to get the most out of your backup tapes: Caring fo
Careless tape handling can cut the lifespan of your tapes, or even destroy a tape entirely. Here's how to properly care for your backup tapes.
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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.