A bit about the development of backup techniques
Backup techniques have developed over time, becoming more sophisticated, but also more complex. Considerations such as backup time, recovery time, storage costs and network bandwidth have driven innovation to improve backup, but this has also led to increased complexity.
The backup concept can seem confusing at first glance, especially when you consider the difference between online and local server backup. Many people mistakenly believe that backup is only about making a single copy of existing files and data, which can be retrieved when needed or restored. However, backup is a more nuanced process with different approaches. MediaServer4 includes the three most popular forms of backup.
For local backup, it is most common for the files to be stored in another local location and copied there at regular intervals. this is the most cost-effective method, important data can also be placed in the cloud for greater security.
MediaServer4 is a software or service that provides continuous backup and version management for media files. This type of solution is particularly useful for media companies, creative professionals and anyone who works with large amounts of media files such as images, videos or audio recordings. Here is an explanation of how continuous backup and version management work in this context:
+ Version management: Version management involves keeping several previous versions of a file in addition to the most recent one. This provides the ability to restore a previous version of a file if the latest version becomes corrupted or needs to be rolled back for some reason. Version management is especially useful when it comes to media files, where creative processes often involve many iterations and changes.
It's important to choose a backup and version management solution that fits your specific needs and budget. MediaServer4
can provide a comprehensive solution for securing media files with continuous backup and version management to maintain data integrity and productivity for media creators.
Why DropBox or OneDrive Is Not a Backup Solution!
- Primarily file sync: Dropbox and OneDrive are primarily designed to sync files and give you access to them from multiple devices. They are not designed to protect against data loss. If a file is deleted or damaged on a device, the change will also be replicated to the cloud and connected devices , and you may lose access to the deleted or damaged file.
-- Limited versioning: Although they provide some form of versioning, this is often limited in Dropbox and OneDrive. They can retain previous versions of files for a limited period of time, but this is not as comprehensive as dedicated backup solutions that can retain historical versions for a longer period of time.
-- Missing features to restore entire systems: Backup solutions are designed to restore entire systems, including the operating system and applications, in the event of catastrophic failure. Dropbox and OneDrive focus primarily on users' data and do not provide functionality to restore entire systems. -- Risk of synchronization errors: It is possible for errors to occur during file synchronization, such as accidental overwriting of files, conflicts or upload errors. This can cause data to be lost or corrupted without a dedicated way to recover it.
-- Incompatibility with system-specific files: Dropbox and OneDrive may have limitations when it comes to backing up system files, configurations, and application data, which may be important for a full system restore.
"While Dropbox and OneDrive can provide some degree of protection for your data, they are best suited for file syncing and sharing, as well as simple storage. If you're looking for a dedicated backup solution, especially to protect against catastrophic data loss, it's a good idea to consider dedicated backup software or services that are designed with backup in mind. These solutions often provide more comprehensive functionality for data redundancy and recovery"
better safe than sorry..
Remember that data loss can happen unexpectedly, so being proactive and implementing a robust backup strategy is essential.
This is a situation that many unfortunately experience at one point or another in their digital everyday life.
The BaseColab Platform uses the SSH-Tunnel (Secure Socket Handler) protocol for secure file transfer. This is a recognized protocol that is also used by governments and the military for the transfer of data, including files, audio and video. Known as a reliable protocol for secure file transfer, SSH provides a secure way to access, manage and exchange data between users or in a client and server architecture. This helps to protect the integrity and confidentiality of the data transmitted over the platform.
Advantages of local media server (On-Premise):
+ Good and fast user experience.
+ Increased control over security and data storage.
+ More predictable costs over time.
+ Long life for existing servers.
+ Supports all versions of Windows
+ No impact in the event of a network outage.
+ Can be integrated with cloud services as a hybrid solution.
+ Backup can be performed either to local physical disks or to the cloud for archiving.