Why Data Backup Software?
As computers play a bigger role in our lives, the information
we store on them becomes increasingly important. For small
businesses, data loss can be disastrous; for home computers,
it can be heart-breaking.
Most of us know how important it is to backup files, but
don't know how to begin. Today's backup software makes
protecting your data easier and more convenient than ever
before—giving you the tools to perform backups how, where
and when your needs require.
But, as with all software, the data backup choices are
as diverse as the people who use them. Choosing the right
backup program can be complex and confusing.
What to Look for in a Data Backup
Software Program.
You need backup software that is reliable
and simple
to use, also backup is a time consuming operation so a
ligthning fast
backup engine comes in handy. If your backup software
lacks any of this features, you won't use it.
Backup software features should go beyond standard copying
of data files; backup software should be
flexible enough to meet your needs.
You should be able to create projects/profiles
so that the next time you update a backup, you will only
have to click a button and of you go (backing up only
the new or updated data, tremendously increasing backup
speed)
Ease of Use – A computer novice
should be able to install and use the backup software
without help. The control panel should be
intuitive, convenient and should offer easy
backup options.
Backup and Restore – Your backup should be simple to set
up and easy to restore. Accessing restored data should
be automatic, and the backup should preserve original
data files and paths. Restored backup files that don't
preserve original file organization are nearly worthless;
you'll have to reorganize all your restored data to access
it conveniently.
Also, consider backup software that can compress
data for compact storage. If security is an issue, choose
backup software that protects backup content with passwords
and encryption.
Whether its corrupted data, viruses, or your computer
just calls it quits, with the right data backup software,
you've got it covered.
This is the main ideia behind
GTSoftLab BackupLab project.
