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Data Backup and Storage Solutions For Your Colocated Server

helladmin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:42:46 +0000

We’ve all had that personal experience of losing hundreds of files and hours of work due to a computer crash right at the most inconvenient moment. Imagine a crash like that affecting a company that holds information computers pertinent to the survival of its place in the market. Backing up data, therefore, is not a new idea to come to the great minds of business owners and technical gurus, especially those that work with data centers. There are however, options that will suit different businesses in different ways, and having a working knowledge of the various backup solutions available will help guide the company in the right direction when it comes to avoiding such a great loss.
When choosing a backup storage solution, things to consider are:Just how much data are we talking about? It may be that simpler methods won’t do in your case, at least not in the long run.
Will the data be expanding? If so, choose an option that will grow with you and can be more adaptable to your needs as things take a different form.Are we dealing with top-notch security items? If accountability is important and you can’t afford the slightest possibility of a machine blowing up for one reason or another, don’t compromise – get the best there is.Is this a group effort? If different people working from different computers in company will need access to the same information at any given time during the day, you could save yourself a lot of trouble by preparing for that in advance.Have enough pocket change? Depending on the size of your business, it may be that budget concerns will mark the end of the argument – buy as you need until you can afford (and actually require) more.
Backup storage solutions in a data center come in three forms: Direct Attached Storage (DAS), Network Attached Storage (NAS) and Storage Area Network (SAN).DAS is the most basic and commonly-used type of backup system. External hard drives that attach to your home computer and allow you to plop memory onto them are examples of DAS. What you save stays on one server, and copies of those files also nest in the same server, but on a separate drive. That way, if your main drive gives you problems, or you do a reformatting, you always have an extra copy just to be safe. If your company is a small, local one (i.e. without branches physically distant from each other) DAS may be your simple, one-step solution. The down side is that your server may get extra busy storing files and running applications at the same time, which can slow things down. However, on the upside, when problems do occur, they can be dealt with in-house on the attached server. Keep in mind though that DAS is limited in capacity and once memory space runs out, it’s out. If your company is growing, DAS may only be a temporary solution to your backup needs.NAS is a solution that puts memory on a server separate from where applications are running. This increases speed and allows multiple users to access information from a hub. As indicated by its name, NAS runs on a network, and is therefore more suitable to businesses using networked computing. Its popularity has greatly increased, especially in light of its cost-decreases and return on investment. Management of the file storing server can be handled centrally in one location and not affect multiple servers that are being used for applications while maintenance is going on. Especially for computing systems in an office using multiple operating systems, NAS can act as a neutral file-sharing component to give access to work done by employees across the board.SAN is an over-the-top backup system designed for very large businesses that require the ultimate in quickly transferring many files at the same time and connecting over long distances through a fiber channel. This method, though highly optimized, is still in development and lacks an across-the-board compatibility agreement that would make it more usable in the long run. Since it is more complex than either DAS or NAS, it usually falls as an option to those who can afford its novelty. Web-based companies, or those that conduct transactions online might require SAN backup because of the high level and frequency of data traffic.
Luckily, no matter what decision is made between the three, remember that often multiple systems can, and are often, used in conjunction with one another. For example, a company running DAS may also have NAS for certain operations. NAS can also appear where SAN is prominent. The first step would be determining the computing necessities of your businesses, and then assessing which backup system or combination of which, would suit you best.

Have You Been a Victim of Personal Data Loss?

helladmin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:35:50 +0000

Well it seems that you are not alone, according to one headline news there are more than 280 million people around the world are reported to have found themselves in the same position during the last three years.Today we live in digital-era; we work with computers or other digital media and gadgets. We rely more than ever on our personal computers (PC) or personal digital assistant (PDA). Personal data such as photos, internet bookmarks, email, contact lists, financial records, and office documents are some of the data difficult to replace.Most people don’t realize how much they have invested into the data on their digital storage like hard drive or removable USB disk. Just imagine how depressing and disastrous we are to know that some day these valuable data gone forever in a second just because of the hardware failure occur suddenly or other common causes. These could cost you several days of productivity. While we are living in the super busy world, time is money, and then you should ask yourself “How much is my time worth to me?”What would you do if you lost all of your data today? As data loss can happen in many ways without warning at any point in time and you perhaps have “everything” saved on your computer hard drive then you should think about backup routine as soon as possible. Having a good and reliable data backup is like having a “life insurance” for your important data. You don’t have to suffer business downtime, loss of time and money, and loss of business reputation.

Whether you run an online business, work from home, use your computer for online banking, school or more, your data isn’t safe until it is backed up and stored in a safe place away from your home or office. Get the peace of mind that comes with secure, online backup today. Discover more valuable information of secure, simple, and automatic online backup at: http://Schnell7.com

Is Your Music Collection Safe?

helladmin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:45:44 +0000

If you have tons of music files that you collected painstakingly over the years, are you prepared to lose all of them, just because you thought they are safe enough and there isn’t any need to back up them? What would you do if your entire precious collection of all those music files disappeared tomorrow leaving you with only a bunch of discordant notes – a disk full of corrupted files? You cannot afford to realize that you needed a good back up program after your hard disk crashed or your computer was stolen.

Naturally, you always have the option of copying important files to removable media, such as a CD, DVD or additional hard disk, but considering the cost and time involved in creating a backup onto these devices, online storage is a handy and cheap way.Backing up your essential files using online backup services is neither difficult nor time consuming. Once you backup your files onto their secure remote servers, you can conveniently access your files from anywhere, using Internet connection.Today many companies offer powerful online backup services – a simple and safe way to back up all the important stuff on your computer. A copy of the files you want to backup is stored in a secure, remote location for safekeeping, should something happen to your computer, your data is still retrievable, anytime. This solution that provides secure and scheduled remote backup services takes the pain out of keeping your vital data safe.The following are some of its key features of online backup services:• Easily backup files or folders anywhere on your computer, network, DVD-RW, CD-RW or FTP server• Email, FTP, zip and configuration passwords are stored in the registry with encryption• Protect yourself against ever losing those critical files that took hours to create• Quickly recover your data in the event of data loss• Schedule backups to run automatically at a time that suits you• Synchronized backup feature – save a file and it gets copied instantly• Send E-mail notifications to team members about the status of a backup job• Save Disk space by compressing your backups as ZIP files• Configure in minutes with its intuitive interfaceApart from providing a good secondary protection against unforeseen issues such as fire, theft or damage, it allows file exchange with friends and family members or store data that would take up too much space on your hard drive, such as music, photo and video files.

Thendral Muthusami is a technology writer who writes on a variety of topics that includes Computer & Information Technology, Online Security, Web design, Outsourcing, career development and much more. Currently she is associated with CSS Corp’s http://www.supportminds.com that specializes in providing technical support to PCs, Laptops and connected devices.

Your Data Needs Protection

helladmin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:35:38 +0000

There are things that you need for your business and some of the things that will benefit you in the best ways are no t necessarily the most obvious. For example, there’s a need to get the right data protection so that all of your mission critical data is safe and secure and that means that it’s best if you understand what’s behind the best remote backup protection that you can find.CriteriaAnd it should be no surprise that there is a certain set of criteria that will help you find the very best remote data backup. There is a generally agreed upon list and finding these things in the firm that you’re looking at is a step in the right direction.Software. Here’s what many experts consider to be the real crux of what you’ll need. Remember that the right software will allow you to do a variety of things including getting you information back when it’s been lost or otherwise compromised. Security. As well, you’ll need to keep in mind that just because the remote backup that you’re going to use touts itself as safe and secure you still need to make sure that these claims are accurate. That means that you’ll need to look for specific features like a alternate power source and a redundant bandwidth that will help you. Customer Service. This is one of the most important choices that you’ll make where security for all of your mission critical data is concerned. And as such, you ‘ll want to be sure that you ‘ve got a great customer service department backing you up so that if anything ever does go wrong, you’ll be able to get the answers and solutions that you need quickly so that you can carry on with your day. Remember that getting involved with data protection is one of the best things that you can do to ensure that your firm will have the best run it can as part of the global economy. To be safe and secure means that you’ll be able to concentrate on profits, and that means that you’ll need to select the best in a remote backup.However, selecting one of these can be daunting if you’re not sure what to look for and that’s where expert advice comes in. When you need to understand what you need to look for, looking to professionals for guidance is the right move.

Remote Data Backups, CEO and Founder Daniel M. Dugal knows all about the complexities of the remote backup. He’s been working with remote backup services for years now

Make Certain Your Backup Solutions are Complete

helladmin — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:45:44 +0000

Backup solutions are the foundation of data protection, and the first line of defense in case of system failure or data loss of any kind. Backup solutions are the most basic

protection for computer data in case of a system failure of any kind. Data is saved onto media separate from production systems so it can be retrieved if and when production systems go down, or data is lost for any reason.

But there are vital tools that can, first, make sure that backups are performed in a timely manner, and second, catch data that may not have been backed up in case of accidental deletions. These solutions round out a backup system and, in fact, complete it.

Because of the sheer amount of data needed to be stored and the time required for backup, fast data transfer rates are constantly being addressed. While advances such as Network-Attached Storage (NAS) have greatly assisted in dealing with this problem, one basic hindrance to fast data transfer is file fragmentation. When dealing with gigabytes of data in files that might exist in tens, hundreds or even thousands of fragments, the

I/O and network traffic necessary to transfer it is considerably-and unnecessarily-increased. Such situations slow backups substantially, and can also result in aborted backups that do not complete in the limited time allowed.

A common hindrance to backups, however, despite ever-advancing technologies,

is file fragmentation. Fragmentation already causes problems in day-to-day file access, as a file split into hundreds or even thousands (it’s more common than you might think) of fragments is going to take considerably longer to access. Multiply that by all the data files in all an enterprise’s computer systems-because a backup procedure must access all of those files-and it can be seen what a nighmarish problem file fragmentation can be

to backups in terms of backup time.

The best way to ensure that backups occur rapidly and within their allotted times is to employ a defrag solution that is always working, that allows for a drive to be consistently in a defragmented state. A product such as Diskeeper meets this qualification.

Another product to fully round out a backup scheme is Undelete, which provides real-time data protection in case of accidental deletions. If a file is saved to a local drive, such an accidental deletion can be recovered from the Windows Recycle Bin. But today, most files are saved remotely to a file server, and accidental deletions are completely lost. IT personnel must then engage in a time-consuming search through backup, restoring the version of the file that existed at the time the last backup was performed.

Once the file is restored from backup, there is more added time, however, as now the user must bring that file back up into the state it was in when deleted. Worse, if the file has been created since the last backup, it must now be re-created from scratch.

Backup solutions are essential-and so are these vital tools to make them complete.

Colleen Toumayan is the Vice President of Public Relations at Diskeeper Corporation. Diskeeper Corporation is an Innovator in Performance and Reliability Technologies(r). Diskeeper Corporation further provides real-time data protection and real-time data recovery with Undelete(r) 2009. For more information please visit: Diskeeper.com

Friends, here are some tips to backup your data, safely and securely

helladmin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 10:45:24 +0000

Computer users, especially home users have a tendency to neglect the importance of having a remote backup of their computer files. It could be due to any of the following reasons – you have a very positive attitude towards life (that your house will never catch fire or be hit by a hurricane and even if it does, somehow miraculously your laptop and desktop will be left untouched) or you trust your hard disk too much or you do not care about your data. It was not long back, when a famous actress’ home was destroyed in a disastrous fire accident. Gone with other things was her personal computer, on which she was writing her autobiography. And the worst part was, she had not saved it in any other medium. She did not have a backup of her files. Imagine yourself in her situation; though you may not be writing an autobiography, there is every possibility that when your house catches fire, in no time your computer with all its valuable data would go up in flames.And, those who trust their hard disk too much – haven’t we heard someone say “I had to spend a lot of hours and money recovering critical files after my kid crashed my computer playing video games”? Or, that “My hard disk crashed without warning because it had lot of bad sectors that I was unaware of”?Keeping a copy of your files in another folder on the same computer is not a good idea. It is wise to store your backups in a remote site, or anywhere else where they can’t be harmed and won’t be lost when your house burns down or if your system was stolen or you are left with a sudden system crash.Ways to Backup Your DataThere are many backup methods available today to copy your computer files to other media. You can save them onto an external hard drive, a CD or DVD, tape drive, zip drive or save them in a remote location using an online backup service, such as the one offered by www.drbackup.net, www.carbonite.com, www.mozy.com, www.dataprotection.comThe disadvantage of saving them to medium such as tape drives are that they offer only limited storage space and that the tapes are sensitive to heat, magnetism etc. which does not make them the most reliable media. Also, considering the cost and time involved in backup and retrieval, online backup method is convenient and quick. Especially when you get plenty of storage space absolutely for free.These online backup services let you save your files of any type on a secure, remote server over the Internet. If you’ve backed up on a regular basis, in the event something goes wrong with your hard drive or you lose your system in a disaster or to a burglary, you still have all your precious files safe, which can be retrieved and restored any time.

An Online Data Backup Service Can Save The Day

helladmin — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 10:41:49 +0000

When you work on the Internet, there are safeguards that you need to take and one of them is all about making sure that you can carry on business in cyberspace with a reasonable assumption of security from day to day. See, it doesn’t matter if the information that you need is from the cubicle next door or from across the world, you need to rest assured that an online data backup service will save the day if need be.ShoppingAnd that generally means that you’ll need to do a bit of shopping for the right one. First off, you’ll cant be dissuaded by those who say that all you really need for a remote backup service is a blank CD Rom. As convenient as that might seem to be, it’s just not true. Although these can save your data, they are susceptible to being lost or stolen and that puts them far behind the remote backup ideal.So it becomes clear that the remote backup is the one that has all of the professional attributes that you’ll need and them the job becomes how to go about selecting the ones that’s right for you. Well, beyond the usual features that you’ll want to loo over, there are some other things that separate the best from the rest where these remote backups are concerned.Look at the firms flexibility. Now it ’s not a secret that some of the places cater to the larger clients and that means that some of their products might be out of the price range of the small to medium sized business. So what you’ll want is to get as good look at the price range that the company is offering so that you can see if it suits your firm.Then you’ll want to make sure that the palce has the best features. Now here that generally means that they’ve got great software and a security package that includes an above average data stroage facility. Remember that when you’re looking for the best in these storage facilities it’s always best to have a few points in mind and these include:Cisco Firewalls. You want to be sure that you’re getting the best when it comes to this type of feature and all the experts suggest that you look for the brand names here. HP Servers. Again, it’s necessary to look for the best here and with a name like HP you can’t help but know that you’re in good hands.

Remote Data Backups CEO and Founder Daniel M. Dugal has brought a formal IT education to his online data backup service. His experience has made him an industry leader in remote backup technology.

How To Get The Best Online Data Backup Service

helladmin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:49:43 +0000

There are things that make working on the Internet a challenge and one of those things is selecting the right online data backup service. And make no mistake, there’s a very real need to get the best of these because you need to protect your mission critical data from the threats that are present on the web.And these threats take on two different guises. They can either be man-made or technical in nature.The man made threats are the ones that we think of most often when we are concerned about the possibility of data loss. Remember that on any given day at any given hour, there are people on the Internet devising viruses and worms that can and will eat through your defenses and corrupt or even completely erase your hard drive. As well, the man-made threats can include those that are the result of a disgruntled ex employee attempting to get back at the firm.Technical Threats The next classification of threats is even harder to defend against. Technical threats are all about the resulting data loss when computers break down or there is some other manner of technical malfunction. Here again is another great reason to have the best remote backup on your side since even something as common as a power failure can cause you to break the chain in a vital computer network.Other Good ReasonsOf course there are other great reasons why it’s much better to have a remote data backup that has all the convenience of full nightly backups and a redundant power supply as well. When you reach a certain level in your business and you’ve started to enjoy a particular level of success, you’ll find that the more popular ways of storing data are not thorough enough for your needs.For example, a CD Rom is a great fast way to store all the work that you do on a daily basis, but these can be misplaced or even stolen. The same goes for other forms of detachable memory like smart drives. With the right remote backup you’re assured that all of your mission critical data will be stored in a safe secure location where you’ll be sure to have access to it whenever you want.The right remote backup is clearly the way that you’ll need to go as your Internet based business gets larger.

Remote Data Backups CEO and Founder Daniel M. Dugal knows all about the remote backup world. He has an online
data backup service that operates internationally.

Data Backups Are Nothing Without Software

helladmin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:45:29 +0000

There’s nothing that will work without the right parts and that goes for data backups as well. For those of you that already know, the online backup software that any remote backups company uses is the engine that drives their success. Without the right software nothing good gets saved.Remote Data BackupsAnd that’s what these remote data backups are really all about. They want you to feel safe using their services and the best way they can do that is to reassure you that their brand of online backup software is the one that will get the job done and keep all of your mission critical data safe.Safe LocationYou need to be sure that the company you’ve put your trust in can in fact do the job and save all of you data in a safe location where it wont be corrupted or stolen, and some of the best places in the world that do this kind of business swear by two names that are big brands in the IT field. The top companies like Cisco and HP provide the firewall and server technology.It’s essential that any of the remote backups companies have a plan to show clients that can impress them. After all, this companies are asking people to trust their most valuable asset, their information, to them. For that reason their website should have detailed explanations on them about what the firm can offer. Look for a section on the online backup software that’s being used and the security features as well.Affiliate TestimonialsIt’s also helpful to have a look at what they have to offer their affiliates and what kinds of accolades they get from them if any. You can tell a lot about a company by the way they treat their resellers and how many of those people are willing to testify on the website.All in all, you need to consider a few factors when you’re looking for a company to handle your data backups. It’s a simple process that you need to turn over to a trusted set of professionals who can take data protection worries off your hands.

Remote Data Backups, CEO and Founder Daniel M. Dugal is an expert in the field of remote backups. Here’s been in the business of supplying data insurance for years now.

Getting The Best Online Backup Service Puts Your Business Ahead

helladmin — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:54:46 +0000

There’s no doubt that everyone that works online needs to learn a new set of rules so that they can get a competitive edge and that includes looking for the best online backup service they can find. Your mission critical data can be in the next cubicle at work or on another continent in today’s business model and that’s why you need to make sure that it’s safe and secure at all times. Online Backup Software And it should be no great surprise to find our that at the heart of these online backup procedures is the software that all these companies use. When you’re looking into this aspect you need to be sure that there are certain features you’ll get to optimize the performance that you get. • Easy File Restores. One of the cornerstones of any of the best software applications is ease of use. Having the best online backup service on your side is of no use if you need to get a technician to restore your files for you when there’s a problem. You need to be able to get the missing information back in a hurry so that you can have an almost seamless transfer from a problem back to full production. Having a business on the Internet should not a be a hindrance in any way, and that includes file restoration. • Remote File Access. This is the feature that really goes hand in hand with the other in that the nature of the work that’s done on the Internet today means that you’ll have a computer networking system set up whereby you’ll more than likely be doing business with people you communicate with via the Internet. That means that everyone in your network is connected if they can all get to the same information and if someone goes wrong, you’ll want everyone or a selected few to be able to get the information back right away. That’s done best when you have the ability to get to something you’ve been working on or lost from any computer with Internet access.Of course there are other features that you’ll want to have a good look at when you’re going through the software features that you have available, but the two listed represent the ones that will save you time and get you over some of the hurdles that you’ll find while working on the Internet.

Remote Data Backups, CEO and Founder Daniel M. Dugal has been developing the best online backup service for years and his efforts have paid off. Presently, his company provides a top notch online backups service to more than 30 countries globally.