Preparing for the End of Support for Windows 10
by Jon Ferraez on May 5, 2025 11:14:35 AM
A Guide for Managed Service Providers Windows 10 will reach its End of Life on October 14, 2025 (Microsoft Lifecycle Policy). If you and your customers are still running this version of Windows, now is the time to prepare for a smooth transition to a newer Windows operating system (OS …
How MSPs and Businesses Can Ensure Fast and Reliable Recovery After Data Loss
by Nathan.Fouarge on Apr 7, 2025 1:55:07 PM
When it comes to data loss, what usually makes the headlines? Data breaches and ransomware, of course. But surprisingly, these are far from the most prominent reasons for data loss, regardless of the size of your organization.
Marketing Tips for MSPs: Attract, Convert, and Retain More Customers
by Josefine.Fouarge on Feb 24, 2025 2:18:11 PM
Marketing as a Managed Service Provider (MSP) can be overwhelming. There are countless strategies, platforms, and best practices out there, making it difficult to know where to start. This post is not a deep dive into every possible marketing tactic you could utilize as an MSP, but ra …
The Ultimate MSP Backup Checklist
by Josefine.Fouarge on Jan 23, 2025 9:43:19 AM
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) have a huge responsibility to protect their customers' data from an ever-growing list of threats. Whether it's a ransomware attack, hardware failure, or accidental deletion, data loss can be catastrophic for businesses of all sizes. The stakes are espe …
Incremental Forever Backup: Addressing Modern Backup Challenges
by Nathan.Fouarge on Dec 16, 2024 1:31:49 PM
How Incremental Forever backup outperforms differential or incremental backup strategies Backup technology has been a staple in IT for decades, providing businesses with a safety net against data loss. Yet, the fundamental methods - full, incremental, and differential backups - haven’ …
Server Backup Best Practices: Five Ways to Keep Your Data Safe
by Bridget.Giacinto on Oct 18, 2024 12:04:29 PM
In today’s digital landscape, businesses rely heavily on the integrity and availability of their data. The backup of your servers is no longer optional; it's essential for business continuity and data protection. Whether you're running a small business, managing data for a larger orga …
Top 3 Data Loss Causes—and 9 Ways to Prevent Them
by Bridget.Giacinto on Jul 24, 2024 9:47:31 AM
Don't suffer when data loss can be prevented. Whether you work for yourself or run a small or medium business, your data is fundamental to keeping everything operating smoothly. Data loss can have a big impact—particularly if you work in an industry where you hold sensitive client inf …
Essential Guide to NAS as Backup Storage for SMBs
by Adam Stuflick on Jul 12, 2024 2:09:06 PM
81% of businesses use some form of storage array (e.g., SAN, NAS). Source: Spiceworks NAS, or Network Attached Storage, is popular among small and medium-sized businesses. They are convenient to integrate into existing network environments, secure, easy to use, and generally affordabl …
Spring Clean Your Backup: 7 Steps to Ensure Data Integrity
by Josefine.Fouarge on Mar 19, 2024 5:30:00 AM
As the seasons change, it's not just our homes that could use a good spring cleaning – our digital spaces need attention too. Just like tidying up your physical space, maintaining your data backup is essential for keeping your information safe and secure. Here are seven simple steps t …
The Win-Win-Win of Managed Backup Services
by Mike Andrews on Feb 27, 2024 6:15:00 AM
After nearly three decades in the data protection software business, I've seen plenty of major changes – in the technology itself, and in the way organizations acquire it. One of the most significant developments has been how subscription-based pricing models have overtaken perpetual …
