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 …
Creating a Backup Plan? Ask These Questions First
by Bridget.Giacinto on Jan 22, 2014 9:30:31 AM
When it comes to creating a backup plan, you need to remember that the things that are most important to you, both personally and professionally, should also be the things that are the most protected. With society’s increased reliance on technology and all things digital, it’s still a …
Understanding Data Backup Methods
by Bridget.Giacinto on Jan 8, 2014 11:41:43 AM
It’s not a matter of if your system is going to fail, but when. Despite the best assurances of hard drive manufacturers and production up times given by web hosts, downtime is inevitable. The key to ensuring the protection and accessibility of your data, then, is having the right back …
How to set up an automatic backup using NovaBACKUP
by Bridget.Giacinto on Jan 3, 2014 9:30:50 PM
As part of our tips and tricks series, we will walk you through how to schedule an automatic backup using NovaBACKUP. You will learn how to set up full and Incremental backup jobs to run automatically on a set schedule. This tutorial will not use Wizards, although they are available f …
5 Rules of Server Backup for Small Business Owners
by Bridget.Giacinto on Dec 23, 2013 9:14:05 AM
Deciding what type of server backup you want to use is a lot like dating. Whether you have loved and lost (data) in the past or have never considered backing up until now, if you follow these five rules when backing up your data, you can enjoy a long-term, harmonious relationship with …
Differential vs Incremental backups: Why should you care?
by Eric Lemarque on Oct 28, 2013 10:50:49 AM
Differential and Incremental backups are called “Intelligent” or "smart" backups because they reduce the amount of time required to back up and the disk space required to do so. Only a small percentage of information on a computer changes on a daily basis, so running a full backup eve …
Backup Software: How to Keep Your Important Data Safe
by Bridget.Giacinto on Oct 23, 2013 8:22:16 PM
Losing important data and files may feel like a complete violation, similar to an actual robbery of your home. Whether you lose your files through a virus, system crash, or hacker, the feeling remains the same. Although the files on your computer may be intangible, they’re a huge part …
5 Important Tips for Server Backup Solutions
by Bridget.Giacinto on Oct 11, 2013 8:26:24 PM
When you see the way they market computers in stores, it's almost like they're selling you a magical device that can do everything from seeing through walls to completing your laundry, all while keeping your important documents safe. However, no matter how advanced technology becomes …
Medical records moving digital...Are your files protected?
by Bridget.Giacinto on Oct 4, 2013 10:24:08 PM
The United States started moving towards the digitization of US medical records back in 2009. With the onset of ObamaCare, all doctors were required to go digital, but what did that mean for our medical records? Fox Report addresses concerns about the medical privacy of our digital he …
