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V-Flex Licensing: One license per server; all VMs included

The unit of measurement is the server. Anyone who knows this can calculate the cost of a virtualized environment in just a few minutes—regardless of how many guest systems are running on it.

Hyper-V backup with Langmeier Backup V-flex

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.

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.

Backing Up to the Network: How to Ensure the Job Runs Reliably via the UNC Path

UNC path instead of a drive letter: three error scenarios, along with the underlying Windows mechanics and the corresponding settings in the backup job.

Revitalizing the Dinosaur: How to Catapult Legacy Windows Apps into the Year 2026

Learn how to catapult your legacy Windows apps into the year 2026 s and modernize them without having to completely rewrite the code. Discover survival strategies for Unicode, DPI awareness, UI design, and more!

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!

Backup for Windows 10: How to back up your data to an external hard drive

Windows 11: Error when switching on memory integrity / core isolation

Windows changes the drive letters of the backup media - how the data backup still doesn't fail

Security against data loss with Windows Backup

This is how it works: Fully automatic backup as a Windows service

How can I create a Windows image backup? (In the year 2026)

Why can't I create a bootable medium from my USB stick?

So the automatic network backup always starts!

Back up Windows system folders correctly

Successfully back up and restore Windows permissions

Restore Windows operating system like a pro

Where does Langmeier Backup store its data?

Tips: Stop services before backup

Backing up a partition with Windows encryption enabled

How to prevent error messages when creating a rescue medium on Windows Server

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?

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

The most frequently asked questions when choosing a backup solution

Langmeier Backup: The ultimate tool for data backup

The importance of image backups and emergency media: your savior in times of need

"An image backup is like an insurance policy for your computer," says founder Urs Langmeier

IT security: Recognizing and countering human error as a security vulnerability