Recent malware and ransomware attacks across Europe, the U.S. and Australia have highlighted just how important it is to keep your business networks and systems safe. Up to date security systems are essential for every business, no matter how large or small. But security alone is not enough. As a business, your data is one of your most valuable assets, and you can’t afford to take second chances with this precious information. A digital backup and data recovery plan can help you plan ahead to … [Read more...] about Why Every Business Needs Digital Backup And A Data Recovery Plan
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Backup Options For Businesses
Backup Options For Businesses There are 2 main options: onsite backup to an external hard drive (or drives) and online backup. For server backups, we usually employ a combination of these options. For Windows Server 2008, 2012 and 2016, Windows Server Backup is the best primary backup option. It will backup an entire server to an hard drive (or set of external drives). When it is time to restore, any of the following can be recovered: Files, folders, volumes, system state, … [Read more...] about Backup Options For Businesses
April Newsletter: Backup Options For Businesses
A few months ago we took a look at online versus offline backups. This time, we will be going a little more in depth and will take a look at some of the ways to backup a server. As usual, feel free to suggest topics which you would like to see covered in an upcoming newsletter or on the Grundig IT news page, which can be found on the Blog at GrundigIT.com As Always, Happy Computing! -- Tom Grundig Backup Options For Businesses There are 2 main options: onsite backup to an … [Read more...] about April Newsletter: Backup Options For Businesses
Everything You Need to Know About Data Recovery
Data is precious. And whether you’re dealing with irreplaceable family photos, nearly-finished term papers, or gigabytes of confidential customer information, that data can be lost in only seconds. Fortunately, thanks to modern data recovery services, what is lost can usually be found and what is broken can usually be repaired. Data recovery is the salvaging and repair of data that has been lost, but the steps taken depend largely on the type of media the data was kept on (hard drive, … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Data Recovery
4 Reasons your Company Needs a Disaster Recovery Plan
It’s always surprising just how resistant some companies can be when it comes to putting a solid disaster data recovery procedure in place. Some feel they are just too busy, others don’t see the need, and some simply don’t want to think about a possible future where their critical data, applications, and operations are just plain gone. But it happens, and more often than you may think. Here are four reasons why your company needs a disaster recovery plan and why that plan can save your … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons your Company Needs a Disaster Recovery Plan
Data Security And Recovery For Small Business
Your data is valuable, and securing it against unauthorized access, theft, or loss is incredibly important. However, too many small businesses don’t really understand their different options for data security and recovery or are relying on old-fashioned batch updates when better, cheaper, and easier options are now readily available. Fortunately for businesses in Contra Costa County, Grundig IT can help. We have years of experience helping small and medium businesses get a handle … [Read more...] about Data Security And Recovery For Small Business
Is what you HAVE is more important than what you DON’T HAVE?
Most of the time, what you have is more important that what you don't have. This applies, at least, when we are talking about our computer systems. Don't understand? Well, read on. All the things on and connected to your computer system (hardware, external devices, software, data, network(s), Internet connection, etc.) are really important. So, in this case, what you HAVE is more important than what you DON'T HAVE. You may not realize this until your hard drive crashes, your … [Read more...] about Is what you HAVE is more important than what you DON’T HAVE?
Keeping computer systems running, secure and backed up in 2009
Many of us are considering the most effective technology investments that we can make to keep our systems happy and ensure optimal productivity in 2009. In previous post, I mentioned some free or nearly free items which have tremendous value. Proper security on a PC or network begins with a firewall. Firewalls are designed to keep unauthorized or harmful network traffic outside a network or computer system. A good online port scanner, ShieldsUP!, which can be used to test for potentially … [Read more...] about Keeping computer systems running, secure and backed up in 2009
Sometimes, the Best Stuff is FREE!!!!
Today's slower economy is leading many people to consider free alternatives to services that they currently pay for. Consider benefiting from the following applications, all of which I highly recommend. Please bear in mind that some or all of these products have licensing limitations which may restrict their use or prohibit it in a business environment. 2 gb of free, secure offsite backup from Mozy Free web hosting and email accounts from DotEasy Free remote access to your workstation … [Read more...] about Sometimes, the Best Stuff is FREE!!!!
