Data saved on computers and laptops can be lost due to various reasons, and cause a loss of productivity. Therefore, data backup should be a priority for individuals and business firms. If a limited amount of data needs to be saved, floppies or CDs can be used at home or office locations. In the event of fire or theft, however, these methods would be ineffective. Saving large volumes of data on tapes is cumbersome, and requires backup staff, transport, and a well-equipped remote office. An easy way out is to hire the services of a reputable firm that provides data backup support. This support is available in various forms.
Once an individual or a business firm signs up for online data backup service, software is either installed by the service provider or downloaded and installed by the client. An encryption key and scheduled time for data backup need to be specified by the client. After that, backup commences automatically.
Data is compressed and encrypted by the software, before online transmission. Therefore, both the time and resources of the client are saved. Furthermore, if any change is made to a file, only that change is backed up, and not the entire document. All data is immediately transmitted to safe offsite locations of the service provider. Data recovery takes only a few minutes and the service is available round the clock, all through the year.
Some service providers offer additional resources in the form of mobile vaults that store data on disks. This service can be used if very large volumes of data need to be recovered. In this method, IT personnel of the service provider write backup data onto the mobile vault, which is packed well and delivered to the client site. For the client, compared to the costs of backup personnel, transport, and offsite offices, the costs of these services would be considerably lower.
Going a step further, some data backup service providers even offer mobile recovery trailers, complete with equipment and trained data recovery personnel. This service can be a boon in the event of a major fire or theft at the client office. The trailers are equipped with desktops, telephones, and Internet and satellite connectivity.
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