How to Backup Your Computer
by Bridget.Giacinto on Jun 6, 2014 9:35:49 AM
You already know how devastating it would be to lose your data. So rather than listing all the reasons you should be backing up your computer, let’s focus on something more practical: how to do it, and what steps you can take right now to keep your files protected. Your goal is simple …
Top 8 Computer Tips and Tricks | How to Protect Your Computer
by Bridget.Giacinto on May 20, 2014 10:30:11 AM
We can all acknowledge that keeping your computer safe and your identity protected from hackers is important, but in practice, what can be done to keep your computer data safe? By simply following a few preventative steps, you can make your online experience truly secure and keep your …
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 …
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 …
Are You Getting Enough VALUE from Your Backup Solutions?
by Mike Andrews on Mar 17, 2014 9:21:04 AM
Today I would like to discuss VALUE. Value can be viewed as the importance, worth, or usefulness of something. Each person has their unique measures of value. It is your barometer of what is important in life. When it comes to backup, VALUE can be looked at from several different pers …
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.
Schrödinger’s Backup: The Good and Bad of Backup
by Nathan.Fouarge on Feb 23, 2014 5:30:00 AM
Photo credit: 'No Matter' Project You have most likely not heard of the concept of Schrödinger’s backup that has been coined in IT, but many people are running this experiment without even knowing it. It states: “The condition of any backup is unknown until a restore is attempted.” To …
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 …
