COSE Update - September 2008 - (Page 9)

tech Disappearing Data ata is one of your most precious assets; losing it can cause severe damage. In fact, 93 percent of companies that have lost data due to a disaster file bankruptcy within one year, according to the National Archives and Records Administration. Although the topic can become complex, here are the basics to help keep your data safe, or at least prompt more investigation. 1. Employ a solid backup process; test it regularly. 2. Use a combination of disk-based storage (“near-line storage” or “SAN”), backed up by tape archival—preferably both offsite. 3. Change tapes regularly if used as primary backup method, at least every three to six months (depending on usage and the manufacturers’ recommendation). I have seen too many situations where old media is relied upon as the primary backup source. If you don’t want to worry about it, outsource the process—you can find reasonable rates. 4. Invest in high quality servers with redundant features such as RAID (Redundant Arrays of Independent Disks), redundant power supplies and redundant processors, etc. These types of configurations lower the chance for data loss. 5. Place “tier 1” applications and servers in a reliable data center hosting environment. “Tier 1” means your customer-facing applications— systems that process customer orders, fulfillment, e-commerce, Web and e-mail. Host centers usually provide power that is “conditioned,” or protected from surges, and are backed up by Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) and generators in prolonged outages. Hosted data centers can also maintain: • Connectivity—redundant and D about 70 percent of businesses have experienced data loss due to accidental deletion, disk or system failure, viruses, fire or some other disaster. —carbonite scalable telecommunications with access to highly available fiber and Internet connectivity. • Temperature and humidity control—heat, humidity and dust contribute significantly to hardware and media failures. • Protection—security systems like managed firewalls and secure VPN connections that keep out hackers and viruses. • Peace of mind—a secondary backup if your primary systems go down. ● — Kevin J. Goodman, BlueBridge Networks LLC, (216) 621-2298, bluebridgenetworks.com Providing Communication Strategies for your networking, mobile & data needs www.vistadata.com VOICE AND DATA SPECIALISTS Receive 20% Off Voice and Data Hardware Order Valid Until October 31st 2008 Local Service & Support For more information or to establish a new account call: 330.864.5070 x1 september 2008 • cose update • 9 http://bluebridgenetworks.com http://www.vistadata.com http://www.vistadata.com http://www.ohio.net

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