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Langmeier Backup does it: Backup to Pogoplug

Don't lose everything: Why your backups are useless without this strategy!

Encrypted Cloud Backup: Why the Recovery Strategy Matters

AES-256 reliably protects your backup. The recovery path determines whether you can resume operations after a total failure. You should clarify these points in advance.

Which backup software does not create an image? The advantages of a data-based backup

A data backup keeps computers and files safe

Efficient data backup and synchronization - Why a two-way sync is not a good idea

Backup tests and disaster recovery exercises: Why they're critical

Thanks to these media, your data backup will be a success

How secure is cloud backup to the public cloud?

Data backup IT baseline protection: How to do it right.

Protection against data espionage through encryption

Statement on Prism and the security of cloud services

Now you can also back up data to Google Drive

Backup Strategy for Corporate Networks: DNS Names vs. IP Addresses

Learn why the choice between DNS names and IP addresses is critical to a backup strategy for corporate networks, and how a hybrid strategy can be the optimal solution.

How to Boot Windows 11 from a USB Drive – Instructions 2026

Learn how to boot Windows 11 from a USB flash drive and why it is useful in different situations. Click here to find out more!

The role of encryption in backups: Why and how to encrypt your backups

Langmeier Backup V-Flex: Protection and backup of your virtual machines

The most common backup mistakes and how to avoid them: Practical tips for avoiding common backup problems

Automatic vs. manual backups: which is better for you?

Langmeier Backup for digital photographers and creatives: A safe oasis for creative works

The data protection agenda 2024: focus on budgets, technologies and compliance

The real cost question: What does data loss mean for your company?

Data loss and cyber threats: A look at current statistics and protective measures

ISO/IEC 27001 and the importance of backups: A comprehensive overview with Langmeier Backup

The most frequently asked questions when choosing a backup solution

How do I back up my data on my PC?

The importance of data backup for SMEs and the impact of data loss

Find out why data backup is essential for companies of all sizes and how data loss can be avoided.

Overview of the most important functions of Langmeier Backup

Backup management and how to manage your backups effectively

What should you do if the checksum in the backup is invalid?

This message protects you from a backup that might be incomplete in the event of an emergency. Four diagnostic steps show where the error lies—and what to do if the storage media are intact.

The backup runs manually but not on a schedule: Here's how to enter the login credentials in the backup job

If you start the backup manually, it begins immediately—but the scheduled job lacks your Windows login credentials. Specify the user in the backup job: The job will then use its own login credentials and access the destination on the network every time it runs.

Shortcut no longer starts the backup job: Create a new shortcut in Langmeier Backup

If the shortcut only opens the program window, simply move it to a new location in Langmeier Backup: Select the job, then choose "Place shortcut on the desktop."

Boot the rescue stick: Create a new rescue medium using Langmeier Backup 15

Does the new computer ignore the rescue flash drive? Your backed-up data will remain intact. Here's how to reformat the flash drive to make it UEFI-compatible.

Restore an image on a new computer: Windows won't start

Windows won't start on the new computer—using the Startup Repair tool gets it running again. The data in the image is complete.

What's really inside an image? Recover individual files and properly identify the recovery medium

An image allows you to extract individual files while the system is running. To restore the operating system, you'll need a recovery medium. We'll show you what your image is really capable of.

Backing Up Open Files: How to Include Them in the Backup

Open files are missing from the backup because Windows locks them. You can set up permissions and the service in just a few steps.