Top 10 Backup Software Questions to Ask
by Bridget.Giacinto on May 19, 2014, 9:05:23 AM
Shopping for the right backup software solution for your company can feel like a daunting task, especially if you don’t know what questions to ask. We have compiled a list of the top 10 backup software questions to ask software vendors to help you make the best choice for your specifi …
Lifting the Burden of HIPAA Compliance
by Bridget.Giacinto on Apr 11, 2014, 9:13:21 AM
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) was enacted by the United States Congress and signed by President Bill Clinton in 1996 as a way to establish universal standards by which all patient data in the healthcare industry is protected. Achieving HIPAA compliance is …
What is a Bare Metal Restore?
by Bridget.Giacinto on Apr 7, 2014, 9:29:33 AM
Bare metal restore refers to rebuilding a system from a bare metal state (without any OS) in the event of a catastrophe. This type of restore requires you to rebuild your entire system from scratch, including the operating system, software applications, files, settings and system pref …
Study Discusses Converged Approach to Backup Software
by Bridget.Giacinto on Apr 4, 2014, 9:41:25 AM
A recent Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) study on different approaches to backup of data suggests that more and more users are opting for a converged approach to backing up and archiving data, according to senior analyst and lead researcher Jason Buffington. A survey was administered …
The Importance of Backup Software
by Bridget.Giacinto on Mar 31, 2014, 11:15:07 PM
In recognition of World Backup Day, we felt it was important to discuss why backup software is so important. Unfortunately many computer users have learned the importance of backup software the hard way. Hard drives are one of the least reliable components of a PC system, and most peo …
Tired of Losing Important Information?
by Bridget.Giacinto on Mar 18, 2014, 11:29:08 AM
In today’s world, most people rely on technology to hold every single piece of important information. Rather than developing your family pictures, you probably have them stored on a hard drive or computer somewhere. With the ability to scan and email important documents, it’s not even …
Is the Cloud Really as Great as it Seems?
by Bridget.Giacinto on Feb 25, 2014, 9:01:25 AM
The cloud has revolutionized the way we store and access data, offering numerous advantages for both personal and business use. However, many individuals and organizations jump into cloud storage without fully understanding its concept and functionality.
Not All Backup Softwares Are Created Equal
by Bridget.Giacinto on Feb 21, 2014, 11:06:12 PM
No matter how well a company or individual has prepared, accidents happen. There is often a feeling of dread when a disaster occurs and a person discovers that the computer servers were the first asset to be affected. So much of modern living depends on having instant access to the da …
Back That Computer Up
by Bridget.Giacinto on Feb 13, 2014, 10:40:47 PM
FACT: Hard drives don't last forever. They are mechanical devices with moving parts that wear out over time, and they can fail without warning due to age, power surges, overheating, or simple manufacturing defects. The reality is, each week in the United States 140,000 hard drives cra …
Seven Devastating Consequences of Data Loss
by Bridget.Giacinto on Feb 7, 2014, 9:26:13 AM
As society has adapted to technology and learned how to rely more on computers and mobile devices, few haven’t dealt with the devastating reality of losing an important file or document. Whether it’s a video of your baby’s first birthday party, a PowerPoint presentation you put togeth …
