What is a computer backup?
A computer backup is a process that creates a copy of the files on the computer to removable storage media. Backups are performed to guard against accidental deletion or corruption of the files or damage to the computer system.Backup MediaBackups should be directed to a media source such as an external hard drive, tape, flash drive or a CD/DVD drive.Backup TypesBackups can be full backups of all selected files or can back up only files that have changed since the last backup. These would be termed incremental or differential backups.Backup SoftwareCopying files from the source computer to the backup media can be managed and simplified by using a backup software package, such as NetBackup or Tivoli Storage Manager.Backup StrategyBackups need to be performed regularly to maintain the integrity of the computer’s data. Periodic full backups and daily incremental backups should be run for recovery of all important data.Automated BackupsMost backup software allows for scheduled backups that
