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How to safely and securely back up data

It's not just about ransomware. Less publicized threats like system misconfigurations, hardware and software failures, and user errors dictate a better approach to data backup.

By Kathleen Richards • Sept. 5, 2025

Inline deduplication vs. post-processing deduplication

Will inline or post-processing deduplication work better for your data protection strategy? Learn more about each method with this tip.

By Erin Sullivan, Dave Raffo • Sept. 3, 2025

10-step guide for testing a backup and recovery plan

Failure is not an option when it comes to backing up data and recovering it if disaster strikes. Data backup testing can pinpoint potential problems in the recovery process.

By Chris Tozzi • Aug. 27, 2025

Enterprise data governance: Frameworks and best practices

Data backup and recovery depend on a solid governance framework that includes procedures for data management, stewardship, quality monitoring, protection, security and compliance.

By Brian Eastwood • Aug. 25, 2025

What is an air gap backup? Strategy, benefits and use cases

An air gap backup, or an air-gapped backup, is an optional data backup practice used to isolate backup storage from the principal network, such as a business local area network or wide area network, protecting sensitive business data from unauthorized access, tampering or other malicious acts, including malware attacks.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 21, 2025

What is digital resilience? Definition, strategy and use cases

Digital resilience is an organization's ability to manage risks and disruptions to its infrastructure, services and applications, regaining full functionality as quickly as possible while also learning from the experience.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 21, 2025

What is endpoint data loss prevention? A best practices guide

Today's mobile workforce puts company data at risk. Endpoint data loss prevention secures sensitive info at the source, reducing breaches, costs, and compliance risks.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 21, 2025

12 leading courses in data backup training for IT teams

Data backup training covers key aspects of data protection that are essential for compliance and risk mitigation. Here are 12 programs that build enterprise competencies.

By Sean Kerner • Aug. 21, 2025

What is cloud-native backup and recovery?

Cloud-native backup and recovery protects valuable business content, such as data, applications and systems, through services supplied and supported by a cloud provider.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 20, 2025

Image-based vs. file-based backup: Key comparisons

Image-based backups protect entire systems with single files, while file-based backups offer granular protection. Most organizations benefit from implementing both approaches.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 19, 2025

Building a power outage business continuity plan: Step by step

Loss of electric power presents a major risk to business continuity, and no organization is immune. Take these steps to create a solid business continuity plan for power outages.

By Paul Kirvan • Aug. 19, 2025

The future of quantum data centers: Resilience and risk

The quantum outlook calls for close ties with classical computing, even as it tops standard IT in some use cases. Businesses can benefit but must address post-quantum security.

By John Moore • Aug. 14, 2025

12 enterprise data backup challenges and how to overcome them

The virtues of backing up and securing data are well founded, but getting there is no easy feat. Storage capacity, floods of data and infrastructure costs are among the pitfalls.

By Brian Eastwood • Aug. 13, 2025

The cost of downtime and how businesses can avoid it

Disrupted operations cost businesses billions of dollars annually. Disaster planning, cyber resilience and monitoring system dependencies can help limit the damage.

By John Moore • Aug. 8, 2025

Cloud Software Group to buy data protection vendor Arctera

Cloud Software Group, a company formed after the 2022 merger of Citrix Systems and Tibco Software, is set to acquire Arctera, which formed after the Cohesity and Veritas merger.

By Tim McCarthy • Aug. 5, 2025

HPE Zerto, storage, networking prioritizing cybersecurity

Updates for HPE Zerto, storage and networking offerings all aim to increase cyber resiliency and recovery without significant enterprise interruptions.

By Tim McCarthy • Aug. 5, 2025

Business continuity in the cloud: Benefits, issues and tips

Using the cloud for business continuity helps reduce downtime, increase redundancy and simplify disaster recovery plans. Learn how to implement it with this tip.

By Brien Posey • Aug. 4, 2025

Risk assessment matrix: Free template and usage guide

A risk assessment matrix identifies issues with the greatest potential for business disruption or damage. Use our free template to prioritize risk management plans.

By Paul Kirvan • Aug. 1, 2025

Build IT resilience to avoid paying ransomware demands

No one wants to pay the ransom after a cyberattack, but many organizations feel like they have no choice. Explore the benefits of investing in resilience over making payments.

By Sean Kerner • July 30, 2025

Automated backup: How it works and why you should use it

Automated backup tackles complex data backups in concert with other automated workflows, minimizing human errors while ensuring regulatory compliance and business continuity.

By Stephen Bigelow • July 30, 2025

Arctera Insight Platform now includes LLM data protection

The latest update to Arctera's data auditing software supports public LLM usage for organizations with features like masking, logging and message summaries.

By Tim McCarthy • July 29, 2025

Is cloud data backup and recovery right for you?

Still not sure if cloud data backup and recovery is the best choice for your organization? Here are six questions for IT managers to consider when making the move to cloud.

By Paul Kirvan • July 28, 2025

Top business continuity risks to plan for and monitor

The key to mitigating business continuity risks is identifying them early. Here are 10 top risks concerning business continuity pros today. Is your organization ready for them?

By Paul Kirvan • July 28, 2025

Commvault to acquire Satori Cyber for GenAI data security

Satori Cyber, the third acquisition eyed by data backup vendor Commvault in less than two years, would add security technologies for generative AI to Commvault's platform.

By Tim McCarthy • July 25, 2025

Why you need a payroll disaster recovery plan

Payroll data is critical, and the consequences of losing it are steep. Learn how to create a strong payroll disaster recovery plan to protect employee data.

By Paul Kirvan • July 18, 2025