Custom Computer Consulting we always strongly recommend that you provide adequate back-up of all important files. We can assist you in choosing alternatives methods in handling your backup needs. When considering the various backup available on the market it is important you choose the appropriate backup for you needs. One that is affordable and offers the lease amount of effort to backup and restore a system in the event of a disaster.
Off-line Backup
Offline backup is method used to store files for later retrieval in the event of hardware, accidental deletion, or from a network so they will be accessible even when it is not connected to the network they are stored on. It can be FULL, INCREMENTAL, or SELECTIVE file backup. In FULL Mode the entire drive is copied. In INCREMENTAL mode ONLY the files that have changed since the last backup will be backed up. SELECTIVE file backup is the individual selection of files and/or folders to backup. In standard backup operation a FULL backup is performed followed by an INCREMENTAL backup. This method is used when a constant backup is needed as system data files are changing constantly and it is important to maintain a reliable backup. FULL back up can be used when changes to over system occurs very little and all that is needed is to maintain a working copy in the event of a drive failure. In SELECTIVE file backup is best for those who just prefer to backup specific folders and/or files. This can include documentation, digital audio files, digital video files, and etc.
CCC - Consideration in choosing backup method
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Does the data need to be a secure (Off-site) location? |
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Does it need to be encrypted? |
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Approximately how much data will be backed up (Full, Incremental, or Selective) |
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Will it be on a routine basis or will it be sporadic (weekly, monthly, bimonthly, or yearly)? |
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Does it need be automatic or manually performed? |
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Do you wish to have redundancies in your backup? |
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Type of Compression, if any is used |
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Storage Area |
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How many computers, and/or smart device need to be backed up? |
CCC - Other Important Considerations
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Technical Level of Expertise (appropriate level suited for our client) |
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Cost factor for our clients (cost vs. storage options available) |
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Safe & Proper Storage of Data |
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Has any other files been infected(i.e. OS / Program Apps) |
It is important to take into consideration the appropriate devices when choosing the method to offline backup as this will be used to recovery and secure your important files.
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External Hard Drive (SSD, USB, eSTAT, flash drives, Fire wire, Thunderbolt |
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Connection Protocol (Firewire, USB v1.0-3.0, Thunderbolt, & Ethernet) |
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ReadyNAS (Ext. Drives in Configuration of 4, 6, 8) RAID support (0,1,5 + X-Raid |
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Online Backup Services (cloud) |
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Startup Recovery where a hidden partition is created to store your backup image and gives the users an option to recovery it during the startup of the computer. |
On-line Backup Services
When it comes to On-line backup services not all are created equally. It seems everybody is in the back-up business. It is important to choose the appropriate On-line service that supports your needs. Many offer both HOME and BUSINESS plans -- trailored to those plans to the end user needs.
Factors to consider
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Price, this can range from $4.00 month to $40.00 (Short Term to Long Term) |
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Features, Separate those that that suit your needs with ones that do (Pros / Cons) |
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Ease of use, software that is design with consumer in mind |
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Custom Service Support, a no nonsense approach to support |
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Storage Space (Total amount the Backup Plan allows & How much space you need) |
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Online Backup Security |
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Is the data transferred encrypted using AES? |
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Where are the data centers where your files are copied and stored? |
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Are there multiple storage sites in the event of a natural disaster? |
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Some specializing in file sharing offer additional security feature to file documentation such password protection |
Other Features to consider
File version (is any computer system which allows a computer file to exist in several version at the same time) Access From Anywhere (access data from any device anywhere) Sync of Multiple Computers (copy in real-time multiple files) File Sharing (allows the sharing of files across a network) Mobile Access (wireless devices [I-phone, I-pod Touch, Android, Web-OS, and numerous others] able to access a network to share files) Music & Video Streaming (terms refer to the process of delivering media rather than the media itself)
On-line Back-up Providers (i.e.): ypcbackup, justcloud, zipcloud,carbonite, sos, backupgenie mozy, livedrive, dropbox, idrive, and box
Custom Computer Consulting can assist you choosing the right method to fit your needs and setup all the necessary applications to begin storing your important data before it becomes LOST FOREVER!
Special Note
If the system is a NEWLY installed manufactured computer or is custom built CCC recommend that you make a 1:1 copy of the operating system and its contents. It always best to do this before the start-up of any newly purchased computer sytsem. Then perform incremental back-up so as to provide the best recovery.
CCC - Service Time
The time allocation will vary from client-to-client as it is based upon the initial evaluation in the client’s needs and the best
method available to suite those needs.
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Last Update: 08/28/2015 14:18
