Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Backup those files

Just finishing backing up my files to backup DVD's. I do this once a week to make sure that I can restore these files in case of emergency.

Most businesses that have a problem that do not have backups made go under. It simply is too hard to catch up after a disaster, unless you have a computer backup plan in place. I do it 2 ways: (1) back up with DVD's and (2) backup on an External Drive. This way I have 2 backups to go to if needed.

Make sure you have a plan in place. It usually is not "if", but "when" it happens. Be prepared.

Also make sure you test your backup to make sure it is good. If it does not work when you try a planned restore, it is no good during your business meltdown.