Backup refers to the copying of data so that these additional copies may be restored after a data loss event. Backups differ from archives and backup systems differ from fault-tolerant systems. Backups are useful primarily for two purposes: to restore a computer to an operational state following a disaster (called disaster recovery) and to restore small numbers of files after they have been accidentally deleted or corrupted.
Backup And Recovery
Discovering Improved Data Protection Strategies for the Virtual World
published by NetApp on Mar 10, 2010
This report examines the impact that virtualization has on data protection and disaster recovery and the need for highly virtualized servers and storage within this context. It outlines the factors you should consider as you evaluate and implement data protection solutions in your virtual environment.
NetApp Storage Best Practices for Microsoft Virtualization
published by NetApp on Mar 10, 2010
This technical report (TR) provides guidelines and best practices for integrated architectures and implementations of Microsoft® Hyper-V with NetApp® storage solutions. The NetApp technologies discussed in this technical report are important to achieving an integrated storage solution that is cost effective, operationally efficient, flexible, and environment friendly.
Technical Report: NetApp Solutions Guide
published by NetApp on Mar 10, 2010
This document provides guidance on how to design and architect a scalable Microsoft applications mixed workload solution on highly available VMware vSphere 4 virtual infrastructure and NetApp unified storage. It highlights the flexibility of leveraging either a Fibre Channel (FC) protocol-based storage solutions or IP-based solutions (that is, iSCSI and NFS) for hosting virtual machines, and also describes the NetApp backup and recovery solution for the Microsoft applications.
Technical Report: NetApp and VMware Building a Virtual Infrastructure from Server to Storage
published by NetApp on Mar 10, 2010
This document discusses the virtual storage solutions that reduce cost, increase storage utilization, increase fault tolerance, and address the challenges of backing up and restoring VMware ESX Server environments by using Network Appliance technology.
Technical Report: NetApp Solutions Guide
published by NetApp on Mar 09, 2010
This document provides guidance on how to design and architect a scalable Microsoft applications mixed workload solution on highly available VMware vSphere 4 virtual infrastructure and NetApp unified storage.
The Economic Impact of File Virtualization
published by F5 Networks Inc on Feb 25, 2010
Reducing Costs and Improving Efficiency for File-Based Storage.
Driving Storage Efficiency in SAN Environments
published by NetApp on Feb 22, 2010
This paper outlines the considerations for architecting an efficient SAN data storage infrastructure with a focus on the NetApp solutions for increased utilization, improved performance and streamlined protection to reduce operational costs.
Email Archiving Top 10 myths & challenges
published by MessageLabs Symantec Hosted Services on Feb 12, 2010
Archive email the easy way. Our latest research uncovers the myths & challenges of email archiving.
How to protect your critical information easily
published by Sophos on Feb 05, 2010
Safeguarding massive amounts of sensitive, confidential data-from legally protected personal information to intellectual property and trade secrets-from malicious attacks and accidental loss is one of IT's biggest challenges.
Software-as-a-Service: An Ideal E-mail Archive Solution for Medium-Size Businesses
published by Mimecast on Feb 05, 2010
Businesses over the past ten years have used email archiving solutions in order to meet record retention compliance, facilitate electronic discovery, and control message-related storage costs. Despite these benefits, many organizations still have not adopted an archiving solution and still simply enforce mailbox quotas or message deletion policies as the best way to manage messaging environments.
Email as Evidence
published by Mimecast on Jan 28, 2010
Today, email management is not only a filing and storage challenge. Because law firms and attorneys must be equipped to take control of litigation, email authenticity must be unquestionable with strong chains of custody, constant availability, and tamper-proof security. This white paper summarizes the author's experiences of litigating in fractured environments, particularly as they pertain to email. Learn the 12 steps that will help you gain control of your electronically stored data.
The Growing Archiving Dilemma
published by Mimecast on Jan 28, 2010
According to industry analysts, email volume in organizations is growing by more than 30% annually, and the average user receives 7MB of data per day via email. if not more. As a result of this growth, the handling of email has become a critical business, IT and regulatory issue - driving the need for email archiving solutions. Most organizations looking for an email archiving solution are motivated by four reasons: mailbox/server management, compliance/records retention, eDiscovery/litigation support, and knowledge management/IP protection. In addition to these challenges, IT departments want to know how to control costs of the email environment, while keeping important data accessible for business, legal and regulatory users.
Staying Safe on the Internet
published by ESET on Jan 21, 2010
The traffic lights are always at amber on the Internet, because there are always risks, so here are some tips for reducing your exposure to attacks from cybercriminals.
Discovering Improved Data Protection Strategies for the Virtual World
published by NetApp on Jan 01, 2010
This report examines the impact that virtualization has on data protection and disaster recovery and the need for highly virtualized servers and storage within this context.
NetApp Storage Best Practices for Microsoft Virtualization
published by NetApp on Dec 01, 2009
This technical report (TR) provides guidelines and best practices for integrated architectures and implementations of Microsoft® Hyper-V with NetApp® storage solutions.
ESG: Driving Storage Efficiency in SAN Environments
published by NetApp on Nov 01, 2009
This ESG paper outlines the considerations for architecting an efficient SAN data storage infrastructure with a focus on the NetApp solutions for increased utilization, improved performance and streamlined protection to reduce operational costs.
Next-Generation data protection for mid-sized companies
published by IBM on Sep 10, 2009
You feel the same pressures to secure your data as a massive corporation does, but without the massive budget. This white paper gives an overview of next-generation data protection and recovery options designed and priced for small and mid-sized business.
Achieving Rapid Data Recovery for IBM AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
Planning for recovery is a requirement in businesses of all sizes. In implementing an operational plan that ensures that both data and applications can be recovered, IT personnel are generally confronted with several challenges. Do you have a plan that meets your recovery requirements to your satisfaction? Read this paper to learn more about the ideal plan for IBM AIX Environments, and whether your plan is complete.
5 Reasons Why Smaller Organizations Should Consider System i (iSeries) High Availability
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
This white paper will provide a review of the core causes and costs of both planned and unplanned downtime and will then provide a detailed discussion of current options for High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, including System i (iSeries) high availability solutions.
Data Recovery for IBM AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
For AIX IT departments looking to take the next step in data protection strategies, CDP is an essential consideration. Analysts agree that businesses will be incorporating this strategy in the next few years as part of an integrated solution. CDP enables you to reverse data corruption in a fraction of the time and labor required for recovery from tape.
The Essential Guide to Disaster Recovery in i5/OS (AS/400) and AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
This white paper provides a basic understanding of the building blocks of IT and business continuity—from understanding the concepts of disaster recovery and information availability to calculating the business impact of downtime and selecting the right software solution.
The Benefits of Continuous Data Protection (CDP) for IBM i5/OS and AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
Downtime and data loss pose intolerable risks to every business today. From IT departments to the Board Room, managers have seen the importance of business uptime and data protection to continued success, productivity and profitability.
An Introduction to System i (AS/400) High Availability
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
This paper presents an overview of iSeries high availability to companies that are beginning to explore this powerful business continuity technology. The critical components of high availability solutions are detailed in this paper, including data replication engines, system monitors, role swap capabilities, and the importance of autonomic processes.
Protecting and Recovering Virtual Servers
published by InMage on Mar 01, 2010
The increasing penetration of virtual server technology is driving a new set of enterprise recovery requirements. As enterprises move to meet these, they must continue to meet the recovery needs of physical environments without introducing additional complexity. Learn how a single, integrated recovery platform for both backup and disaster recovery - a comprehensive solution for both data and applications with low overhead that supports application-consistent recovery capabilities while at the same time eliminating backup windows, eliminating data loss on recovery and making recoveries rapid and reliable in both physical and virtual server environments.
Windows Mobile security tips for the on-the-go pro series - Part 2 of 3
published by Microsoft Windows Phone on Feb 05, 2010
Part 2 - Security tools that can boost Windows mobile security. Take a look at this list of security tools, as put together by Windows security expert Kevin Beaver.
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