Re: Backup device
by "the head lemur" <lemurs(at)extremezone.com>
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> Now, I've been lucky enough so far not to have to use it so I assume
> (hope!) it'll work.
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> The most important thing is to backup everything on a regular basis.
> Tape drives are comparatively slow and not as sexy as DVD drives, but
> can be be ultimately more useful.
quick test... back up to tape....
delete all data directories
restore....
thorough test.
back up to tape
format drive
restore....
if you pass these tests congrats!
toss tapes out after 9 months
buy fresh....
quit whining
for mission critical applications
it is real cheap insurance
end of year recap.
burn CD with app and data directory....
store off site
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