February 2008
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February 29, 2008
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Backup Guide Chapter 7: Software (PDF)
You asked for it, so here it is -- a printable version of our Backup All-In-One Guide. Backups are typically performed during off hours (evenings and weekends) with few personnel available, so backup software often emphasizes the use of automation. ... Continue Reading
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February 28, 2008
28
Feb'08
Sun automates tiered data archiving
Sun rolls out new tape library and key management system, along with multitiered archive system that uses SAM-FS to automatically migrate data. Continue Reading
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February 28, 2008
28
Feb'08
Three reasons to avoid virtual tape libraries
Virtual tape libraries (VTLs) are very popular for backup, but there are drawbacks to using them, too. Continue Reading
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February 26, 2008
26
Feb'08
Integrated data protection software continues to evolve
Many new features such as data deduplication, CDP and encryption are being included in data protection software packages. Here's how the different packages stack up. Continue Reading
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February 25, 2008
25
Feb'08
EMC links local and remote data protection
EMC rolls out a new version of RecoverPoint that allows CDP and replication on the same volume. It also unveils its first mainframe VTL. Continue Reading
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February 25, 2008
25
Feb'08
Riverbed rolls out print and streaming video services
Riverbed launches its initial phase of remote services, while adding the option of full WAN transparency. Continue Reading
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February 20, 2008
20
Feb'08
How to improve tape backup performance and reliability
Even though tape's role in data backup changing, it's still important in many data centers. Here's how to get the most out of your tape drives and media. Continue Reading
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February 20, 2008
20
Feb'08
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 practices. Continue Reading
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February 19, 2008
19
Feb'08
Data Domain makes remote office data deduplication push
Data Domain launches its smallest data deduplication appliance specifically built to reduce and back up data at remote offices. Continue Reading
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February 19, 2008
19
Feb'08
Choosing a tape encryption product
Here's a look at the pros and cons of three different tape encryption products. Continue Reading
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February 19, 2008
19
Feb'08
Symantec launches service option for Backup Exec
Symantec's Protection Network is now online and offers integration with the new Backup Exec 12. Continue Reading
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February 15, 2008
15
Feb'08
Five tips for creating a backup service-level agreement
Learn how to write a backup service-level agreement that will keep the peace between IT and information users. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2008
13
Feb'08
EMC selects Silver Peak as WAN optimization partner
Silver Peak Systems, one of the smallest vendors of WAN acceleration devices, picks up coveted EMC reseller deal. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2008
13
Feb'08
More Than Just Backup
Data protection is changing rapidly, with point-in-time recoveries, fast legal discovery response and near real-time disaster recoveries becoming new requirements. To address these needs, enterprise backup applications are adding support for ... Continue Reading
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February 13, 2008
13
Feb'08
Are online data backup service providers ready for the enterprise?
Pierre Dorion details what you need to consider when evaluating online backup service providers. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2008
13
Feb'08
Hot Spots: A new level of backup reporting
Backup success rates are improving, but reliable data recovery can still be a nightmare. The good news is that backup reporting tools can give you more insight than ever into the sometimes mysterious process of data protection. Continue Reading
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February 11, 2008
11
Feb'08
How to recover deduplicated data faster
Data deduplication can cause your backup recovery windows to increase. Here's how to make sure that doesn't happen. Continue Reading
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February 11, 2008
11
Feb'08
HDS ships VTL bundles with Diligent deduplication
HDS and Diligent take data deduplication downmarket with prepackaged appliances to simplify deployment, but analysts hope to see them take deduplication beyond VTL. Continue Reading
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February 11, 2008
11
Feb'08
Near vs. real continuous data protection
Near-continuous data protection (CDP) and real-CDP products are compared in this article. Continue Reading
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February 07, 2008
07
Feb'08
CA overhauls ARCserve data backup software
CA hopes that the newest version of its ARCserve data backup software, which improves application integration with XOsoft, will boost ARCserve's declining market share in the data protection and data recovery market. Continue Reading