FTP the Secure Way for Backup
One solution is to backup your own data using methods such as
buying an additional hard drive for backup, or using network or
FTP backup. These have advantages and disadvantages, but can be
viable solutions if you have the time and capability to do your
own offsite data storage.
Why are Offsite Backup Services Safer than Other Forms of
Backup?
Offsite backup services are not foolproof, but they do provide a
safe way to store your important data. One reason is the company
can specialize and keep up-to-date with the latest technologies
to keep your data safe from hackers and computer bugs. As a busy
business owner, you probably will not have time to worry with
this and you might not have the funds to hire a full-time backup
specialist.
Another reason it's safer than using your own backup system is
your data will be stored in a completely different location. You
will have the information on your own system as well as another
backup system far away. If and when a computer crash or some
other event causes you to lose your data, you will have it
stored in a different location to retrieve when you need it.
Choose Offsite Backup Services Carefully
When choosing offsite backup services, be sure the company is
dependable and trustworthy. Your stored data should never be
compromised for any reason. The company should offer a strict
confidentiality standard and enforce it. You can check with the
Better Business Bureau (online or off-line) to see if the
company has any complaints against it.
Also, be sure the company is dependable. Storing your data using
online backup services does you no good if you are unable to
access or retrieve your data when you need it. Ask for referral
names of people that have used the service before. Test the
company with a small amount of data first to see how they
operate. Being cautious at the start might save you many
headaches for the future.
Using an online file backup solution can save you time and
money. You can enjoy freedom from backup nightmares while
allowing data backup experts to do the work for you.
BackupChain's FTP solution is what you need to get your programs and files are properly backed up. FTP site to drive mapping is technology where a drive letter is connected to an FTP site. BackupChain DriveMaker creates a virtual hard disk that lets you edit files located on an FTP server directly.