The importance of regular backups is difficult to overstate. Hardware failure, viruses, user error, natural disasters, or any of a host of other problems can, in an instant, wipe out gigabytes of data that could take weeks or months to re-scan and re-create.
Because of the dire risk posed by data loss, most companies want to have detailed backup plans for their important files. Because each organization's configuration is unique, no single backup plan will be appropriate for all. The way you implement your backup plan will depend on your preferred backup software, your database management system, your hardware, and a variety of other factors.
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