{"id":59064,"date":"2021-07-29T11:50:37","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T18:50:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:drivesaversdatarecovery.com\/\/?p=59064"},"modified":"2026-03-19T07:30:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T14:30:55","slug":"best-backup-strategy-and-practices-to-protect-your-data","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drivesaversdatarecovery.com\/es-mx\/blog\/best-backup-strategy-and-practices-to-protect-your-data\/","title":{"rendered":"La mejor estrategia de respaldo y algunas sugerencias para proteger sus datos"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Do you back up your data regularly? A data backup strategy is essential to protect your business\u2019s digital assets, but many people don\u2019t put one into place until after they learn that lesson the hard way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not protecting your data with a robust enterprise backup strategy leaves you vulnerable to hackers, malware, and more. Your server could crash, a key device could be stolen, a natural disaster could occur. Worst case scenario, you could lose all your company\u2019s data in one devastating moment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Without a solid backup strategy, all of the above (and more!) is entirely possible. So isn\u2019t it in your best interest to do whatever you can to prevent a data loss event from ever happening? Taking precautions and executing multiple backup strategies protects you and your data. But what are those strategies? And how should you initiate a backup policy for your business?<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the types of backup strategies?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before we take a look at the best data backup strategy, let\u2019s explore the pros and cons of those most commonly used. There are three types of backup strategies used to store copies of your data.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tape backup<\/span><\/h3>\n

Using tape to back up your information may seem a bit archaic, but this enterprise backup strategy is one of the most reliable available.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tape backups are a great option, because they\u2019re known for their durability. Most experts agree they last for <\/span>about 30 years before even starting to lose data<\/span><\/a>. They also have a tremendous capacity for the price, <\/span>costing only about $0.02 per GB saved<\/span><\/a>. You\u2019d be hard-pressed to find another server backup strategy with a better price per GB. Tape is also a very secure backup strategy. Data thieves will have a difficult time stealing information they can only access at a server farm in New Mexico.<\/span><\/p>\n

But there are some disadvantages of using tape as a server backup strategy. The information retrieval process is cumbersome, mainly because of the outdated tech. So if speedy retrieval of archived data is vital for your business, tape storage may not be a backup strategy for you. <\/span>(Our deep dive on tape backup is here.)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

External hard drive<\/span><\/h3>\n

Disk-based backup is a type of backup strategy that sends data to an external hard drive. This method works well for businesses needing immediate access to their information. External hard drives quickly retrieve data and usually stay in-house.<\/span><\/p>\n

Using an external hard drive as a backup strategy isn\u2019t for every business. These devices are limited to local computer size(s). Often, smaller enterprises with minimal budgets use multiple external devices. (See our articles on external hard drives <\/span>aqu\u00ed<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>aqu\u00ed <\/span><\/a>y <\/span>aqu\u00ed<\/span><\/a>.) And because external hard drives are connected to local computers, they\u2019re easy to hack. They\u2019re also vulnerable to problems if the connected computer sustains damage.<\/span><\/p>\n

The cloud<\/span><\/h3>\n

The final enterprise backup strategy is cloud-based storage. This method is an online backup that saves your information to a remote server.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cloud backups are a great option because they\u2019re user-friendly. The information on a cloud-based service is stored virtually and is usually accessible from any location or device you can imagine. This method is also cost-effective. Also, your cloud backup is unlikely to be in the same geographic location as your physical backups. Should a disaster strike where you work, your cloud backup won\u2019t be affected.<\/span><\/p>\n

But the cloud backup strategy does have drawbacks. Cloud-based services are vulnerable to attack, and hackers could possibly steal or ransom your data. And if the internet connection you’re using to access your data isn\u2019t stable, you could temporarily lose access to your information just when you need it most.<\/span><\/p>\n

Overall, cloud storage is regarded as a great addition to any enterprise backup strategy. Still, cloud storage is best when used with one of the other two backup options\u2014just in case you experience security or connectivity issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Backup Strategy<\/span><\/h2>\n

When designing your enterprise backup strategy, we recommend following the\u00a0 3-2-1 rule. This backup policy best practice calls for you to save your data in several different ways, so you always have a copy of your information. Here\u2019s how:<\/span><\/p>\n