| Online Backup Overview |
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Any document, spreadsheet, or other type of file is at risk if it exists in only one location. Hard drive malfunction and computer viruses, as well as things like fire and human error can and do happen to computer systems. When these problems occur, some or all of your data can be lost forever – weeks or months of work can disappear in an instant. The best protection from such a disaster is to have multiple versions of the data, including at least one copy stored in an alternate location. This is the basic principle behind all backup strategies. Many businesses have a backup procedure already in place. However, they may not be aware of the alternatives to their current expensive, manual, archaic tape-based backup processes. With business operations so reliant on information technology, it is vitally important to identify alternatives that can eliminate vulnerabilities. In addition, it is important to utilize an effective data protection service that will allow you to quickly restore business operations.  ITP offers a unique online data backup solution within client/server architecture. The ITP online data backup service, referred to as Internet Vaulting, allows users to back up data to a remote, offsite location over existing internet bandwidth. The following are some key points to consider when evaluating your company’s data protection procedures:
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