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Data Protection: Make a Wise Decision
RDX drives interoperate with all leading backup software, and are available from Dell, Imation, and Tandberg Data (that recently completed the acquisition of Exabyte). RDX media from any manufacturer can be used with any RDX drive.
Conclusion
In a world where litigation is commonplace, regulations are endless, and interruption can mean extinction, smaller schools suffer as much or more vulnerability as larger ones. This makes the selection of the best backup tools even more crucial. The solution must scale over time, be simple to use and as easy on the budget as possible. Portability is a must for taking data off-site and securing it away from the workplace. And, rotating the media will provide a structured backup plan that provides maximum protection for the information. Implementing that structured plan with removable media provides an SMB solution that is easy, affordable, scalable and reliable. It could mean the difference between a managed solution and a trip through the Looking Glass to a Mad Tea Party.
Selection Criteria:
√ Buy the most reliable backup device and media: Your organization depends on it.
√ Plan for the optimum high-speed backup window.
√ Remember the need for fast, reliable restore.
√ Find something that is scalable, easy to use and affordable.
√ Take data offsite.
√ Rotate media.
About the author: Mark Ferelli is an independent technology journalist, commentator and writer. He was formerly vice president of West World Production Inc. and Editor in Chief of their magazine group: Computer Technology Review, Storage Inc, Storage Management Solutions and Government, and Storage and Entertainment. Mark specializes in covering mass storage technologies and since 1988 has written hundreds of articles on the subject.
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