Methods to select a Backup Solution
Today's software market offers a
plenty of products designed for automatic backup, and it may
appear quite difficult to decide which one we need. However, it
is possible to look at basic criteria that should be taken into
account when selecting these tools. This
article lists some of those criteria and hopefully it may help
you select the best storage
solution for your office.
Backup methods
There are two principal methods of backup: "files-based backup"
which performs data copying through common file system queries
and "image-based backup" which implies physical hard disk
copying. Both backup methods are useful depending on the
requirement. The first one is used for personal backup or single
computer backup arrangements. This is usually performed manually.
The second one is usually deployed to preotect large systems and
network backup arrangements. Normally this type of backup
can be done automatically, for example via a backup schedule.
What data is to be backed up?
One of the most useful features in backup solutions is their capability
to protect different types of data: system registry, application
settings, databases, and other types of information.
Supported backup storage media
Another factor is where we are going to
store backups. This should be considered depending on amount of
data we need to back up, the available hardware, and your
organization's security policy.
User interface
Choose a program that provides an easy and comprehensible way to
automate all backup processes on the organization.
Trial period
A good backup tool must offer a full-featured trial period to
let your decide if it fits your needs or not.
Support
Every software company must have tech. support for their
products. So before buying the software product, make sure that
the product comes with all necessary support and that you will receive
qualified assistance if you encounter any problems.
Price
The price may be for many people the main factor when
purchasing better data protection software.
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