Data backup
Which backup type is the best choice for my data?
The variety of backup methods: from full to incremental to differential and mirror backup.
There are different backup types such as full backup, incremental backup, differential backup and mirror backup. In the following we describe the different backup types.
1. Full backup
A full backup (also known as a full backup) is a backup copy of all data that resides on a system. It backs up all data in a single backup operation, whether or not it has changed since the last backup. Full backups are very time-consuming and require a lot of disk space, but they are the easiest type of backup to restore data.
2. Incremental backup
Incremental backup backs up only the data that has been changed or newly added since the last backup. In other words, only the changes that have been made since the last backup are backed up. Incremental backups are faster and use less disk space than full backups because only changed or new data is backed up. However, to restore an incremental backup, you need the full backup and all incremental backups created since then.
3. Differential backup
A differential backup backs up all data that has been changed or added since the last full backup. However, compared to incremental backup, here not only the last incremental backup is backed up, but all changes since the last full backup. Differential backups are faster than full backups and require less storage space than incremental backups. However, to restore a differential backup, you need the full backup and the last differential backup.
4. Mirror backup
A mirror backup (also known as an image backup or system image) is a complete copy of the entire system, including the operating system, applications, and all data. The mirror backup is an exact replica of the original system and allows for a quick and complete recovery of the entire system in the event of a system failure or error. However, the mirror backup requires a lot of disk space and is time-consuming to create.
Langmeier Software offers solutions not only for businesses, but also for individuals who want to keep their files safe. Therefore, we offer our customers all types of backups, including full, incremental and differential backups to meet the different needs of our users. If you would like to learn more about the different backup solutions or which one is right for you, please contact our support team.
For PC & Laptop
For Server & Virtual Machines
Backup Essentials
€39.90 per year
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- Cancelable at any time
- Support & upgrades included
- Data backup under Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
- Simple user interface
- Backup files and folders
- Back up the entire computer
- Backup of e-mails and Internet bookmarks
- Backup of OneDrive and Google Drive
- Restore individual files and folders
- Boot media for restoring the full computer
- Live ransomware scanner protects computers and backup media
- Backup to USB drives
- Backup to NAS
- Backup to OneDrive, Google Drive & Dropbox
- Backup to Langmeier Backup online storage & aBusiness Suite
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Backup Professional
€49.50 per year
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- Cancelable at any time
- Support & upgrades included
- Data backup under Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
- Professional userinterface
- Backup files and folders
- Back up the entire computer
- Backup of e-mails and Internet bookmarks
- Backup of OneDrive and Google Drive
- Restore individual files and folders
- Boot media for restoring the full computer
- Live ransomware scanner protects computers and backup media
- Backup to USB drives
- Backup to NAS
- Backup to OneDrive, Google Drive & Dropbox
- Backup to Langmeier Backup online storage & aBusiness Suite
- Backup to FTP server and public clouds
- Encryption
- Restore by date
- Eject disk at the end of backup
- Backup logs via email
- Send backup status via SMS
- Backup as Windows service
Backup
Business
€99 per year
Select
- Cancelable at any time
- Support & upgrades included
- Data backup under Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
- Professional userinterface
- Backup files and folders
- Back up the entire computer
- Backup of e-mails and Internet bookmarks
- Backup of OneDrive and Google Drive
- Restore individual files and folders
- Boot media for restoring the full computer
- Live ransomware scanner protects computers and backup media
- Backup to USB drives
- Backup to NAS
- Backup to OneDrive, Google Drive & Dropbox
- Backup to Langmeier Backup online storage & aBusiness Suite
- Backup to FTP server and public clouds
- Encryption
- Restore by date
- Eject disk at the end of backup
- Backup logs via email
- Send backup status via SMS
- Backup as Windows service
- Integrated script language
- Backup to ZIP archives
- Protected network folders with credentials
- Professional ransomware protection
- Tape drives of all types
- Backup to WORM media (Write-Once-Read-Many)
- Backup as Windows service
- Hardware separation of drives using DSC device (Data Save Control device)
- Backup folder security settings
About the Author: Natalia Bobro
Chief Digital Transormation Officer
Natalia Bobro is Langmeier Software's Chief Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO) and in this role has responsibility for the company's overall business development and strategy. As CDTO, Natalia Bobro focuses on positioning Langmeier Software as a leading technology company in software and services.
Under Bobro's leadership, Langmeier Software focuses on a broad range of business areas, including artificial intelligence (AI) applications, cloud services and enterprise applications. It invests heavily in the development of new software products and solutions, and promotes the adoption of AI & cloud services such as Cloud Backup, aBusiness Genius and aBusiness Suite.
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