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What is HotBackup, and how is it different from Back Up Data Files?

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What is HotBackup, and how is it different from Back Up Data Files?

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HotBackup is a Client Server Version software feature which allows you to back up your data files while other users continue to work in the software. This feature differs from Back Up Data Files, in that the Back Up Data Files feature is a slower, exclusive function with a 2GB file size limitation. Back Up Data Files is generally sufficient for firms who require a minimally-sized backup file. HotBackup is meant for firms who need to be able to create a fast backup that is virtually unlimited in size (limited only by the size of the backup drive). More information regarding HotBackup and how it compares to Back Up Data Files is provided in the Knowledge Base article R11193, “HotBackup Overview.