What is online backup and why do you need it?

Online backup is a service that helps users or companies store or backup their data online. Online backup systems are built around a client software program which works on a schedule set by the user. According to this schedule, online backup systems pick up data from the server of the user compress it, encrypt it and then transfer it to the server of the online backup company.

Online backup is a really efficient way of securing your data, which is really important for you or your business, in a location physically away from your office. This is of great importance in case your server hard drive crashes or your office faces a major data loss due to a theft or a fire.

Data companies usually backup your data at more than one location so that it is kept totally secure and safe. The same data can be accessed almost as easily and can be restored back to your servers quickly. Some data companies also offer the benefit of continuous data backup. This allows you to backup files as soon as they are saved, thus minimising your data losses completely in case of a mishap.

Online backup is a very secure and effective way of storing your data. This can help you or your company stay worry-free in case of a problem and make your data losses during such situations minimal.

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