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In Part 1 of this series, we discussed the dangers of operating computers without electrical power protection, both from outages and from surges which can be harmful to your equipment. Now, in Part 2 we will discuss what you should actually do to protect yourself. Since most businesses maintain at least one server which stores critical files, protecting your server is the most important consideration when it comes to power outages and surges. That’s why when we install a new server, we include setting up an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) as part of the scope of work. Most of the UPS’s we deploy are made by American Power Conversion (APC), the most significant player in the UPS marketplace, and we prefer to use them because of their proven track record for reliability. Make sure that your server, or any computer which contains critical data, is protected by a UPS. You need to protect the hardware so that all cables which could potentially carry a power surge are routed through the UPS. You should also install software >>more...
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With backups being so important to your business, we're offering you a backup quiz! Ready? |
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Q. How many backup tapes should you be using in your backup plan? A. Ideally, twenty-two. You can get by with a few less, if you don’t want or need a full year of monthly backups. Other tape plans can be utilized, depending on your specific needs. Q. How many people should be involved in your backup plan?A. We recommend at least two, if possible. Daily tasks are to verify the backup is complete, change the tape, and take the tape off-site. (Remember to have alternates selected in case someone is unavailable). Q. What information should the backup data include? A.The backups should include the company's live data (databases, documents, and email), the operating system of the server, and the server configuration information. If the >>more... |
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A web log, or "blog", is a journal on the web used to express opinions and provide information. Think of them as modern newsletters that are updated as frequently as you wish. They help individuals and businesses reach potential customers, while also building a professional reputation. If you are an expert in your field, then you should consider adding a blog to your web site. Some of the benefits of blogging are: |
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A blog can help you establish yourself as a subject-matter expert within your own field. Build credibility and encourage prospects and clients to seek your opinion by giving out some of your expert knowledge. | ||||
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Blogging is great for forming networks based on weak social ties. Many marketing emails, such as newsletters, do not reach subscribers because of spam filters. A blog that contains RSS feeds will enable visitors to subscribe to your blog and receive information automatically. | ||||
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