Introduction to Backup Systems

Info Level: Beginner Presenter: Eli the Computer Guy Course Length: 45 Minutes Tracks Security/ Data Integrity Prerequisites None Purpose of Class This class introduces you to the basic concepts of computer backups. Topics Covered Types of Backups Media Used for Backing Up Data Software Used to Backup Data Online Backup Technologies Advice for Maintaining Backup Procedures Class Notes Types of Backup Full -- backup everything Incremental -- backup everything since the last incremental backup Differential -- backup everything since the last Full backup Rsync -- backup the bits that have changed in the files Combined -- modern backup software uses a combination of techniques Formats of Backup Compressed Bare Metal -- allows you to recover not just files, but the entire operating system Readable Software Problems -- not all backup software is made the same Media Online FTP Hard Drive Tape CD or DVD Flash Drive /External Offsite Backup is a good idea, but no one ever does it. Software Microsoft's built in backup has a poor track record Server vs. Workstation -- The software is different and the Server backup software costs around $600-$1000 Add-ins -- You may need special add-ins for your backup software to backup Microsoft SQL databases or Exchange servers. Online Backup Solutions Only backup files, does not do a "bare metal" backup It can take a long time to backup or recover data Final Thoughts Check your log files Do a test recovery