Online data backup is compliant with most data security laws.
Data encryption
All the files are first encrypted before they leave from the host computer, after this they are stored in two mirrored data centres in the encrypted format. The data is encrypted using 128-Bit encryption, the standard for protecting government and financial data.
Private Key
The online data backup service creates random encryption keys to decrypt and access the data. Users are given an option of creating their own private encryption key. The best thing about online data backup service is that only authorised users can access the data.
Offsite storage
Having data backup onsite is not a compliant solution and will not pass an IT audit. You must have your data backed up at a remote location offsite.
Secure logical access
If a former employee has access to the encryption key, you can add or change your password as an additional layer of security to prevent unauthorised access.
Secure transmission
The data is transmitted by using the secure socket layer security for neutralising activities like hacking, packet sniffing and such like on your computer. The data centres track and log any failed login attempts to prevent any unauthorised access.
Secure media control
Backing up data on physical media like external drives and CDs violate compliance regulations and pose security risks as such data can be easily lost or stolen.
