Backup for virtual servers
Backup for virtual servers changed the game for data protection. You'll find all our resources on backup for virtual servers here, including news, tutorials and expert advice on VMware backup tools such as VMware Consolidated Backup (VCB), VMware Data Recovery Manager and vSphere. You'll also find information on Microsoft Hyper V and Citrix Xen backup. This section also offers information about third-party virtual server data backup and recovery tools from companies such as Veeam Software and traditional backup players such as Veritas, Dell EMC, IBM and Commvault. You can also learn how data backup software vendors are responding to the challenges associated with backup for virtual servers. Bookmark our backup for virtual servers page and check back frequently for the latest tips and podcasts on backing up virtual servers.
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Backup for virtual servers News
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August 16, 2019
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Aug'19
Actifio GO 'SaaSifies' copy data management in GCP
The new Actifio GO for GCP has expanded from backup as a service to include copy data management and disaster recovery, putting it on par with the vendor's on-premises product.
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July 02, 2019
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Jul'19
Open source machine learning accelerates winemaking
Using open source machine learning, Palmaz Vineyards developed a tool to automatically alert winemakers of environmental conditions. Soon, the data flowed like wine.
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June 20, 2019
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Jun'19
Intelligent data management drives smarter use of copy data
Intelligent data management has turned copies of backup data into tools for analytics, test/dev and other use cases. But company culture prevents some organizations from adoption.
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June 18, 2019
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Jun'19
Actifio multi-cloud support extends DR to AWS, Azure
Actifio Multi-Cloud Mobility and Automation brings multi-cloud disaster recovery to Sky, along with flexible migration capabilities for companies that want to stay agile.
Backup for virtual servers Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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What is Cloud Backup and How Does it Work?
Cloud backup, also known as online backup or remote backup, is a strategy for backing up data that involves sending a copy of the data over a proprietary or public network to an off-site server and storage system. Continue Reading
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Physical vs. virtual backup appliances: Make the best choice
Organizations have a choice in backup appliances: physical or virtual. Explore what both types of appliances require and where a virtual backup appliance has an edge. Continue Reading
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Automate vCenter backup to avoid the hassle of manual backup
It's essential that you regularly back up vCenter Server to avoid losing any important data in the event of a failure. Learn how to automate that backup process in this tip. Continue Reading
Evaluate Backup for virtual servers Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Comparing Rubrik and Cohesity data backup and recovery tools
Although Rubrik and Cohesity offer similar features and functionality in their data protection and backup platforms, learn what differentiates these products from one another. Continue Reading
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Enterprise backup software provides data protection foundation
Learn how backup and recovery software has evolved and what features it offers IT enterprises that need to protect cloud and virtual environments and other data sources. Continue Reading
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Selection criteria for converged data protection
See if a converged backup product will meet your needs by exploring the features you should consider before investing in this relatively new kind of data protection platform. Continue Reading
Manage Backup for virtual servers
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Top 8 VMware vSphere backup best practices
The architecture and operation of a virtual environment is different than a traditional backup environment and demands specific techniques. Learn top tips for backing up vSphere. Continue Reading
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How do I keep my virtualized backup secure?
A virtual backup is not effective if it's not secure. Encryption, agentless backup and testing can all help. Explore the details of how to secure your backups. Continue Reading
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Hyper-converged infrastructure cloud backup brings many benefits
Public cloud backup offers a low-cost solution to data protection challenges in hyper-converged infrastructure shops, but disaster recovery poses a new set of issues. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Backup for virtual servers Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Is Windows Server troubleshooting on the way out?
When a Windows Server workload starts to falter, what's the best way to proceed before it keels over? Once upon a time, you would try to fix it, but times have changed. Continue Reading
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5 mistakes made when backing up VMs and how to prevent them
Creating backups in virtual environments has its own challenges. Avoid some of the typical errors involving snapshots, quiescing and scheduling, and generate solid VM backups. Continue Reading
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Disaster avoidance requirements ensure business continuity
Include disaster recovery and avoidance requirements as design goals when creating storage and production environments to ensure business continuity during weather events. Continue Reading