Data Backup.. Why it is important?
Have you ever lost a file from your computer? Have you experienced losing your data due to a sudden computer breakdown?
Family photos, medical records, bank transactions - these are just a few of the data examples that we usually store on our computer. Oftentimes, we become complacent in just storing our files inside our computer's hard drive, and we are not paying attention to its need to be backup.
WHAT IS DATA BACKUP?
A data backup is a copy or stored data in your devices such as computers, mobile phones, or tablets. Data Backup is used to regain access to information or files in the event of unexpected data loss.
Data loss can occur at any time and in several forms. Data loss can happen in situations like hard drive failures, malware and ransomware attacks, user error and/or physical theft.
WHY DATA BACKUP IS IMPORTANT
The primary reason for data backup is to have a secure and safe location of your files and other important documents where you can retrieve them at any time especially in the event of data loss.
In addition to these:
113 phones are lost or stolen every minute. (Source: World Backup Day)
Over 70 million cell phones are lost each year. (Kensington)
WHAT DATA SHOULD YOU BACKUP?
- Photos
- Videos
- Financial reports/transactions
- Music
- Contacts/Address books
- Documents
- Spreadsheets
BACKUP SOLUTION OPTIONS:
- Removable media
- External hard drive
- Cloud storage
- Backup services
Backing up your data will give you peace of mind knowing that your files are safe. Jackson Technologies, led by Paul Jackson, CEO / Cybersecurity Specialist is providing managed services which includes a backup program that will be beneficial for businesses of any size.