Act now: Avoid the causes of data loss

Data loss is expensive and painful

Data loss is annoying - from a single private individual to the largest companies imaginable. The following list shows how hard disks are damaged and what else can cause data loss - and, of course, what countermeasures can be taken. The countermeasure that always works is to make regular backups of all data.

More than 50%: Hardware malfunctions

This damage is by far responsible for most partial or total data losses. In the case of conventional magnetic hard disks, for example, this is the famous and dreaded head crash. Power failures at inopportune moments or defective hard disk controllers can also damage even SSD hard disks that are protected against read/write head errors.
The remedy for companies is to purchase UPSs and store the drives in a secure room. It also goes without saying that switched-on hard disks should only be moved with extreme care.

More than 25%: Operating errors

Accidental deletion of important data or dropping a hard disk is responsible for more than a quarter of all data losses. Suddenly, data can no longer be read or written and the inexorable end of the hard disk is imminent.
It is therefore generally not advisable to carry out actions on the computer that the user does not understand very well. Computer hardware should also always be treated with great care - rushing when handling hard disks is therefore bad advice.

More than 5%: Software errors

Users can often cause more damage than they can fix with supposed repair tools. Applications no longer work at all or important data can no longer be read in.
Regular backups of all important data and the avoidance of tools whose procedures are not transparent are the main remedies. If in doubt, the program should not be run.

Less than 5%: Malware

The computer can no longer be started or it executes commands in an inexplicable way, while a lot of data has disappeared for no reason: These can often be viruses, worms and Trojans.
Fortunately, the countermeasures are very straightforward: Up-to-date antivirus programs help against most threats.

Also, files of any kind should never be executed if their origin is unknown - this also applies to supposedly harmless text documents.

Less than 5%: Force majeure

Even careful handling of the hardware and no protection program can help against fire, water or other forces of nature. Data can then often no longer be completely recovered, making preventative measures all the more important.
It is essential to make regular backup copies of all important data. These should then be stored in a place that is protected from the phenomena described - flood-proof cellars, for example, may be just right.

Conclusion

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