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A remote, online, or managed backup service, often known as cloud backup or backup-as-a-service, is a service that allows customers to back up, store, and recover their computer information remotely. Companies that provide online backup services to end-users are known as online backup providers (or clients). Cloud computing is a term used to describe such backup services. Typically, online backup solutions are designed for a client software application that runs on a set schedule.

 

Some systems run only once a day, usually at night when computers are turned down. Other newer cloud backup services run continually, almost in real-time, to capture changes to user systems.

 

The data is normally collected, compressed, encrypted, and transferred to the remote backup service provider's servers or off-site hardware by the online backup system. There are numerous products on the market, each with its own set of features, service levels, and encryption methods. This type of service is usually targeted at specific market segments by providers.

 

High-end LAN based backup systems may include Active Directory, client remote control, and open file backups, among other features. Consumer online backup firms commonly offer beta software and free-trial backup services with limited live assistance.

 

Compared to standard backup methods, remote backup provides the following advantages:

• Remote backup does not necessitate user involvement. The user doesn't need to replace tapes, label CDs, or conduct any other manual tasks. Data can be kept indefinitely (presuming the backup provider stays in business).

 

• Some remote backup services will run in the background, backing up files as they are modified.

• Most remote backup providers will keep track of your file versions. By just transmitting updated data, a few remote backup services can cut backup time.

• Information about digital data should be managed and secured.

• Most remote backup providers will keep track of your file versions.

• By just transmitting updated data, a few remote backup services can cut backup time.

• Information about digital data should be managed and secured.

 

About Sora Solutions Services:

 

Sora Solutions Services is a Swiss-based Information Technology company offering a wide variety of IT Solutions, including DCIM, B2B Services, Strategic Planning & Development, Digital Strategic Marketing and much more.

 

Our mission is to continuously improve technology by regaining control of data and ensure the safety and security of data processing. Our customer data is exclusively hosted at our data centres in Switzerland, protected by Swiss privacy laws, or as an on premise offering at any chosen location.

 

If you would like a review of your backup environment and procedures or assistance in improving your overall security posture, email [email protected]. We are happy to help!

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