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Which data to back up? How to make the right decision!

The key question of every data backup with your data backup program is:

Which data should I back up and which not?

It is worth thinking about this: if you back up too much data, you need more storage capacity, the data backup takes longer, etc. Here we provide you with an answer that you can apply regardless of whether you use Langmeier Backup privately or in your company.

Programs perspective

Back up data and databases from programs that you work with on a daily basis and that are very important for your company. Don't forget to back up your Outlook emails so that your emails and contacts are not lost.

Perspective documents and data

Back up your important documents relating to work or private life. Have you also thought about backing up your vacation photos and personal videos? Perhaps you have already lost a picture that was very important to you? Back up all your valuable pictures.

Also remember the following folders when backing up data:

Back up the "My Documents" folder: This is where you have created documents that you have spent hours creating. These files belong in every backup. Directories with graphics from a graphic designer, sheet music from a musician, source codes from a programmer or manuscripts from an author also belong in every backup. Also consider whether it might be worthwhile for you to back up these directories historically so that you can access earlier versions of the files later if necessary.

"C:\Documents and settings": This directory contains program-specific data, such as emails from Outlook Express.

Other examples of important folders: project directories, directories with accounting data, directories with databases, directories with source codes or manuscripts

In Langmeier Backup you have the option of selecting many important data at once with a single click:

Operating system perspective

Windows data backup: Back up your entire operating system so that you can quickly restore Windows in an emergency.

It is better to back up a little too much than too little. Back up all the data that is important to you, even if it is data that you do not currently need. A systematic data backup can save you a lot of headaches, nerves and money.

Now all you have to do is put the backup of your data into practice.

This is no problem at all with our Langmeier Backup software.

Where to back up the data?

There are many different backup media to choose from:

  • External hard disks, USB sticks
  • network
  • Online: NAS, cloud, FTP server
  • CD/DVD
  • Magnetic tape

Langmeier Backup 9 supports all these media

But which backup medium is best for you?

For data and image backups, the external hard disk is an inexpensive and good alternative. After backing up data to the external hard disk, you can disconnect it from the computer or laptop and store it in a safe place in case the computer is no longer usable due to a power surge, theft or other circumstances.

Backing up to NAS also offers many advantages.

If you want to store your data in a safe for several years, magnetic tape is a good alternative. Although backups take a little longer, magnetic tapes can be stored for several years without any problems.

Backing up to the cloud is very popular nowadays. However, you should pay attention to encryption and security.

It is not recommended to back up important data to CD/DVD, as a small scratch is enough to make the data unreadable. Dust or excessive sunlight can also damage the medium.

Checking the data backup logs

It is important to check data backups. You should check the logs after every data backup with your data backup program in order to correct errors as quickly as possible. You can set up this check very conveniently. You can have the logs sent to you by e-mail; SMS to your cell phone is also an option. You can even configure it so that the log is printed out as soon as the backup is complete.

Then you know whether the backup was successful or not. None of this is a problem with Langmeier Backup:

Regular restore tests

One point that many users forget is to carry out regular restore tests. Perform such tests at least once a month by restoring a few files to be sure that everything is running correctly.

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about the author Sebastian Müller
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Sebastian Müller is a partner and top customer advisor at Langmeier Software and therefore the best contact person for Langmeier backup solutions.

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Email: sebastian@langmeier-software.com
 

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