Backup and recovery software

Traditionally, backup and recovery software products had one purpose -- to make a copy of your data. But over the past few years, backup software products have evolved to include a whole host of functionality. Technologies such as continuous data protection (CDP), snapshot, data deduplication, replication, backup reporting tools and even data archiving have become features of, or are tightly integrated with, enterprise-class backup software applications. This section offers news and expert advice on data backup applications and tools from vendors such as Veritas Technologies, Dell EMC, IBM, Commvault, Veeam Software and others. This section also explores how backup software integrates with public clouds.

April 06, 2021 06 Apr'21
Dell EMC adds cloud-based backup to PowerProtect lineup

Dell EMC has expanded its PowerProtect portfolio with the launch of Backup Service, a cloud-based data protection product for SaaS applications, endpoints and hybrid workloads.
March 30, 2021 30 Mar'21
Pure Storage combines FlashBlade with Portworx PX-Backup

Pure Storage's joint product with Portworx gives customers a way to quickly recover container applications in case of failures by combining flash storage and PX-Backup.
March 02, 2021 02 Mar'21
Arcserve UDP 8.0 update focuses on ransomware protection

After its latest update, Arcserve's flagship data protection software has integrated Sophos security and supports AWS S3 Object Lock to make backups immutable.
February 24, 2021 24 Feb'21
Veeam Backup & Replication v11 adds CDP, immutability option

Continuous data protection leads Veeam's Backup & Replication update. The vendor also recently launched its Backup for Google Cloud Platform and penciled in a date for VeeamON.

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storage snapshot

A storage snapshot is a set of reference markers for data at a particular point in time. Continue Reading
continuous data protection

Continuous data protection (CDP), also known as continuous backup, is a backup and recovery storage system in which all the data in an enterprise is backed up whenever any change is made. Continue Reading
data protection management (DPM)

Data protection management (DPM) comprises the administration, monitoring and management of backup processes to ensure backup tasks run on schedule and data is securely backed up and recoverable. Continue Reading

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What are the common Microsoft 365 backup challenges?

Microsoft 365 is a widely used service, but its many different applications make backup complicated. Watch out for these common roadblocks. Continue Reading
Microsoft 365 retention policy vs. backup: Why you need both

The Microsoft 365 retention policy offers some protection against data loss and the associated risks, but is it a replacement for a true data backup? Signs point to no. Continue Reading
The top backup and disaster recovery services of 2020

Products of the Year judges were impressed with the innovation of backup and DR services winners. Container backup and compliance are among the key market needs. Continue Reading

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Top 3 backup and recovery requirements for data protection

Data protection teams are responsible for some of an organization's most critical activities. The right policies, testing and technologies are key to a backup and recovery plan. Continue Reading
Cost-effective snapshot management tips and strategies

Snapshots may be an optimal way to copy and protect data, but they can lead to some unexpected consequences. Find out what those are and how to avoid them. Continue Reading
Backing up Exchange: Best practices for protection

Your organization could accomplish Microsoft Exchange backup with native protection or through third-party offerings. It all depends on what you are trying to protect. Continue Reading

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6 common Backup Exec error codes and how to resolve them

Backup Exec, which is now under the Veritas brand, is one of the top names in data protection. If a Backup Exec error occurs, it may be one of the codes analyzed below. Continue Reading
How to resolve 5 Veritas NetBackup status code messages

NetBackup status codes present varying degrees of challenges, from general errors to failed restores. Dive into details about how to fix some of the more common issues. Continue Reading
Full vs. incremental vs. differential: Comparing backup types

Evaluate full vs. incremental vs. differential backup, as well as newer types of backup, in synthetic and incremental-forever, to determine what's best for your organization. Continue Reading