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Online backup as an integral
part of your data loss prevention program.
In this new age of information we are all aware of the benefits
that technology brings. But what we must also recognise is the
threat and the cost of failure that may arise from our new found
dependency. Loss of computer data can mean considerable loss of
business and, in some cases, it can even spell the end of a
company if the data loss is severe enough. A wise business
should identify the potential causes of data loss before it
occurs and take adequate measures to protect their digital
assets.
Main causes of
data loss
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Malicious virus attack & hacker activity
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Hard drive or server failure
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Software failure
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File corruption
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Power surge
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Human error
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Computer theft or accidental damage
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Natural disaster (fire, flood, lightning, earthquake)
Up to 75% of all data loss occurrences are caused by human error
and mechanical failure and 25% due to physical damage to the
computer, viruses and software failure.
Prevention of
Data Loss
How a company or an individual respond to a data crisis often
shows how they deal with day-to-day business challenges.
Typically, the ones that have in place a contingency plan for
such an occurrence and can put it into action rapidly, are the
most successful.
To reduce the need for data recovery situations the following
basic principles should be followed to protect your data:
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Keep the system protected with antivirus and firewall software
auto-updated switched on.
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Never
operate a damaged hard drive or server.
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Replace any drives if a scan shows up bad sectors.
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Protect your computers with a reliable power surge protector.
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Ensure that staff with access to your system have appropriate
training and understanding of the system, applications and data
files
While each of the above mentioned steps will help reduce the
chance of data disaster, none offers a guarantee that data loss
is not going to happen at some stage. The only solution for the
prevention of data loss is the implementation of a proper
Data Backup regime.
With SecuriData’s online data backup service, business
continuity is ensured across your entire enterprise, whether
data resides on servers, desktops or laptops.
Learn more about SecuriData’s
Online Data Backup
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