We have been working hard for the past months and are happy to announce that the new MSP360 Managed Backup 5.2 is finally here! This massive milestone release introduces the new backup format, which allows for a number of amazing features. Continue reading
Windows Data Backup and Restore Strategies Explained
Windows data backup strategies are usually based on two practices: external hard drive backup and cloud backup. Should you use both backup techniques for Windows backup and restore at the same time, or just one? If one, which is the better approach? This article explains. Continue reading
How to Sign Up for AWS & Back Up Data to Amazon S3 with MSP360 Backup
This post explains how to start backing up to Amazon S3 or Amazon Glacier using MSP360 Backup.
Backup Encryption Options Demystified
Encryption is everywhere: On your storage, on your network, over the Internet, and in the cloud. Encryption is about protecting your data from those who might otherwise use it to cause harm. It protects you from those who bypass security to access data within your organization, illegal access from outside, and provides protection for compliance. Your live data is the lifeblood of your organization and your backups protect your live data by letting you restore misplaced, damaged, stolen, or incorrectly edited data with versions that keep the business running. Continue reading
GDPR and Data Storage Management
GDPR brings several major data management requirements for all basic solutions for businesses that deal with data of EU citizens, including businesses that do not operate in the European Union, but the process or store data of any person from the EU. In today’s article, we will focus on GDPR and data storage compliance.
How to Back Up a Linux Server
Even on a well-protected Linux system, data loss is still an imminent risk. And chances are, it might hit you when you least expect it. So, you might want to prepare for such an outcome by backing up your Linux server. This should serve as a supplementary protection measure in case everything else fails. Continue reading
How to Back Up Files in Linux
Backing up files in Linux may seem easy, but it is challenging to back up a Linux system in a reliable and efficient way.
That is because a typical Linux server contains many different types of files. Some are more important to back up than others, and some are easier to restore to a working state than others after the system goes down. Continue reading
4 ‘Must-Have’ Features of the Managed Backup Software
When you only start MSP business and work with your first client, it’s easy to provide on-demand remote support. But as you grow and add more and more customers to your portfolio, it gets harder to manage all their systems manually. Especially this concerns remote backup service. Continue reading
Cloud Managed Backup vs Backup to Tape: Pros and Cons
To support business continuity at the appropriate level has become crucial nowadays, even a few hours of downtime may result in heavy business impact and financial loss. The cloud-managed backup procedure plays a vital role as it allows any business to quickly restore the lost files as if nothing had happened. Continue reading
Backup for Mac: Top 5 Tips for a safe Backup
Mac users typically have a basic backup structure using a good, native tool called “Time Machine.” But there are a few thoughts on how to backup for Mac that we want you to consider: make your backups more efficient and available anytime, anywhere for both personal or business needs. Continue reading
Cloud Cost Management and Optimization with Monitoring Services
Businesses across industries are increasingly moving toward the cloud. The simplicity and flexibility of configuring a virtual server room make it a no-brainer to incorporate services like Amazon S3 and EC2 into the companies’ IT infrastructure. Continue reading
Open-Source Object Storage Solutions Review
Looking for an open-source storage solution that combines the convenience of file systems with the scalability and performance of block storage? If so, open-source object storage solutions are the answer.
This article discusses and compares the offerings of several object storage vendors in the open-source space. Continue reading