Online Backup

We live in a digital age, personally and professionally.  Files that represent our lives and livelihoods are stored on our computers.  But, we all know things happen.

Before you run away at the thought of a complex backup system, you'll be glad to know that the method of using tape backups to protect your files are going the way of the horse and buggy.   In fact, these days it's recommended that you have three forms of backup: External USB hard drive, Online Backup and CD or DVD media.  We can recommend a backup scheme specifically tailored to your specific needs and ensure you have your data backed up.  In the world of Data it is important you never have all your "eggs" in one basket.  That's what this is all about - keeping a backup copy of your data to safeguard you against almost any catastrophe.

The advantage of USB hard drive backups is their portability.  You can have your computer set to backup to your USB hard drive on a schedule.  During an emergency you can simply unplug and run. On-Site Techs is expert in setting up the appropriate USB hard drive back whether you are using a PC, a Mac or a Linux computer.

When backing up Online, Carbonite is software of choice.  The advantage to Carbonite Online Backup is that your data is off-site and far away from danger.  Once all your data is backed up initially, Carbonite is always working to keep your files backed up, even as you are working on them.  Carbonite intelligently notices the changes you make to your files and automatically backs up the changes.  It doesn't get any easier.  This worthwhile investment will pay for itself in the event of an inevitable system failure.  It's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when you computer will fail.  On-Site Techs is always here to help setup your Online Backup and help ensure you get your critical files back.

Backing up to CD or DVD media is today's best archival method.  It is recommended you make a archival backup every six months to a year.  Have you ever gone to backup your data to disk and not know what to do?  Have you ever tried only to find out your data will not fit on the media you have?  On-Site Techs is the solution for you.  We can come out to do your archival backup for you.  If you don't have the right equipment we can assess what you need and even get it for you.  Not to worry, On-Site Techs is the service to call for your backup needs.

In business, if you're like most consumers, you are constantly trying to find ways to lower capital and operational costs.   As a result, many companies perform the minimal amount of backup, putting themselves at risk for potential loss of data, often deferring to the excuse that it's too time-consuming.  Staff is ineffectively assigned the backup task.  Who does what, and when?  Is that person equipped and knowledgeable to handle the task if there's a glitch or failure?  More-often-than-not this task is based on office location.   You know, the one closest to the network server gets the responsibility.

Well, it's finally time to make the change by putting the trust for online backup in someone else's hands – the experts at On-Site Techs.  Using an industrial strength online backup like Zmanda, our methods and systems are safe, confidential and protected.

You'll agree that there's no question about it.  Backup is essential.  With a stellar backup plan, lost data can be more easily recovered.  On-Site Techs can help you assess the best method for backup when we look at the type of data you want to protect, the type of documented media you want to preserve, the size of your computer, how often your files change and how you use the files.

In your home or office, it's important to maintain a safe and secure online backup system, critical in  preventing a system crash.   We'll make sure your computer is up to date, and that updates are done automatically. We'll even help you measure actual backup and restoration space, and identify any resource concerns you might have.

To help you maximize the backup method you are currently using (or plan to use), here are a few of our favorite tips:

• Open files don't get backed up.  So, if you have a tendency to keep lots of files opened, those may be the very files that need to be protected.
• In the case of fire or natural disaster, the best backups are always online backups.
• Always password protect your backup.

If you're just becoming familiar with any type of backup process, whether it be a USB or online for home or office, we're here to guide you in the right direction.

Going Beyond the Expected.  That's what we're all about at On-Site Techs.

Contact us today to discuss the options for Online Backup for your business or home computer.