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Disk-based backup
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How have disk backups changed in recent years?
Disk-based backup provides newer features that can speed and ease recovery. IT should take advantage of instant recovery and virtual lab capabilities. Continue Reading
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What is the best archival media type?
Many archival media types are available, including disk and cloud, but their level of reliability and storage density varies. Continue Reading
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What is Data Domain Boost and what is it used for?
SearchDataBackup Senior Site Editor Andrew Burton explains what EMC's Data Domain Boost software is designed for, how it works, and which products it supports in this Expert Answer. Continue Reading
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Choosing the right data snapshot approach
Independent backup expert Brien Posey compares the various methods for creating a data snapshot in this Expert Answer. Continue Reading
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As a backup target, when is VTL better than NAS?
Eric Slack of Storage Switzerland says that, as a backup target, a VTL might be a better choice than NAS. Continue Reading