Data backup security
Storage administrators are increasingly relying on encryption and other security technologies to guard sensitive data. Stay on top of the latest data backup security news and resources available with tips and advice from leading experts.
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Tip
24 Mar 2026
Strengthen cyber resilience by shifting to a modern DR model
RTO, RPO and uh-oh. Rushed restores can reinfect systems. Update outdated DR practices to avoid these issues and focus resources on the systems that matter most to the business. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Mar 2026
7 data backup strategies and best practices you need to know
A strong data backup strategy is not an option; it is a requirement. Here are seven best practices organizations can implement to better protect and manage backups. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jun 2016
Use Microsoft Azure Key Vault to protect your data backups
The Azure Key Vault can serve as data backup protection through its encryption key storage management. Explore how to set up the vault and administer it in your organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Dec 2014
Restoring data from backups after a security breach
Once you've established how an attacker penetrated your network's defenses, and what they did after gaining access, the real work of restoring data begins in the wake of a security breach. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Nov 2013
How to dispose of unwanted backup media
Brien Posey looks at the inherent problems with backup media disposal. Because it contains sensitive data, you must dispose of it safely. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Apr 2013
Pros and cons of backup tape encryption
Independent backup expert Brien Posey outlines what's good and what's bad about backup tape encryption in this tip. Continue Reading
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31 Oct 2011
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We frequently tweet links to our own articles and short surveys, as well as thoughts, advice and analysis from industry experts. Let us know what you like and what we could do better. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Apr 2011
Tape backup encryption best practices
Tape backup encryption is being used for many organizations, but figuring out how to implement it can be challenging. Learn about tape encryption best practices in this article. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jan 2010
How to back up encrypted files and how to use the Encrypting File System
With data backup security being such a high priority, more organizations are encrypting the contents of their file servers. Although encryption improves security, it can complicate an organization's backup efforts. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
11 Mar 2009
Data backup and recovery technology tutorials
Learn about the latest data backup and recovery technology trends in our technology tutorials. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Dec 2008
How to back up and restore a certificate store
One type of server that is critical to back up is your enterprise certificate authority. If you lose your certificates, you lose data. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Jul 2008
Data deletion or data destruction?
It's often assumed that once data has been marked for disposal, it no longer requires much attention. But when data backups or archives are deleted, are they really gone? Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jun 2007
How to destroy data on backup tapes
This tip offers guidelines for destroying data on backup tapes, with information about degaussing, tape cartridge destruction, tape reuse and record keeping. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2006
Guide to backup security
News of a lost tape can damage a company for years. Storage administrators are increasingly relying on encryption technologies to guard sensitive data on tape, disk or WAN. Continue Reading