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Tape Backups

ALSO CALLED: Data Backups, Backup-to-Tape, and Backup to Tape
DEFINITION: In computers, tape backup is the ability to periodically copy the contents of all or a designated amount of data from its usual storage device to a tape cartridge device so that, in the event of a hard disk crash or comparable failure, the data will not be lost.  … 
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Heil Trailer Moves Backups to ExaGrid to Gain Faster Backups and Restores
sponsored by ExaGrid Systems, Inc.
CASE STUDY: Heil Trailer Moves Backups to ExaGrid to Gain Faster Backups and Restores.
Posted: 05 Jan 2009 | Published: 31 Dec 2008
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The Market Opportunity for Enterprise Tape
sponsored by Sun StorageTek
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper sponsored by Sun, IDC analyzes the market opportunity for enterprise-class tape drives and Sun's new enterprise-class tape drive, the Sun StorageTek T10000B tape drive.
Posted: 23 Dec 2008 | Published: 23 Dec 2008
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Presentation Transcript: Highlighting Data Deduplication and Disk Backups
sponsored by Data Domain
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This document is based on a Data Domain/TechTarget webcast entitled "De-dupe and Disk Backups--What You Need to Know Before Taking the Plunge."
Posted: 18 Dec 2008 | Published: 18 Dec 2008
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Tape Backup Performance and Reliability Best Practices
sponsored by Dell | EqualLogic
WHITE PAPER: This document discusses best practices related to tape backup performance and reliability, troubleshooting automated tape libraries, and managing long term tape archives.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 16 Dec 2008
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Choosing the Right Hardware and Software for Data Protection Solutions
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER: Businesses have a number of good choices for protecting their data; the challenge is now to decide what combo best meets their storage and business needs. Read this paper to learn how to choose the right hardware and software for data protection.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Published: 08 Aug 2007
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Achieving Rapid Data Recovery for Credit Union Core Processing Applications
sponsored by Vision Solutions
WHITE PAPER: EchoStream for AIX is a proven solution to the data recovery problem that is in use at a variety of referenceable accounts today.
Posted: 12 Dec 2008 | Published: 12 Dec 2008
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Disaster Recovery Basics
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
PODCAST: This expert Podcast will answer frequently asked questions about disaster recovery.
Posted: 12 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 12 Dec 2008
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Podcast: How to compare data deduplication products
sponsored by Data Domain
PODCAST: Invest your time wisely by taking a few minutes to download this expert Podcast that explores key tips on how to evaluate and measure deduplication service providers.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 10 Dec 2008
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HP Data Protector Software Advanced Backup to Disk Integration with Virtual Tape Libraries White Paper
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides a better understanding of the integration of HP Data Protector Software with Virtual Tape Libraries by utilizing the Advanced Backup to Disk functionality available with the HP Data Protector Software.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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Best Practices for Disaster Recovery Testing
sponsored by Dell | EqualLogic
VIDEO: In this Videocast, Jon talks about why companies need a DR plan, the best ways to test a DR plan and some of the key challenges to implementing effective DR.
Posted: 05 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 05 Dec 2008
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Backup 101: Tips You Need to Simplify Disaster Recovery and Continuity
sponsored by Compellent
WEBCAST: Join this live Webcast to learn how to design and develop a Disaster Recovery strategy that works for your budget.
Posted: 01 Dec 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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IT Briefing: De-dupe and Disk Backups - What You Need to Know before Taking the Plunge
sponsored by Data Domain
WHITE PAPER: This document is based on a Data Domain/TechTarget webcast entitled "De-dupe and Disk Backups--What You Need to Know Before Taking the Plunge."
Posted: 25 Nov 2008 | Published: 25 Nov 2008
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Tiered Disaster Recovery DR SLAs That Work
sponsored by SearchStorage.com
PRESENTATION: A tiered DR plan helps to address this problem by creating different levels of protection that can be applied to different applications and systems, with associated recovery requirements designed to stagger restoration efforts.
Posted: 19 Nov 2008 | Published: 19 Nov 2008
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Storage and the Law: Backup, Recovery and Depositions
sponsored by SearchStorage.com
WHITE PAPER: In this session, you'll learn what every storage pro needs to know about how new legal requirements regarding electronically stored information affect the storage systems they manage.
Posted: 19 Nov 2008 | Published: 19 Nov 2008
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DR Testing Programs: How Useful Are They?
sponsored by SearchStorage.com
WHITE PAPER: Over the past couple of years, a new DR product category has emerged--disaster recovery testing tools, these applications can scan your storage environment and alert you to any potential gaps in your recovery plan.
Posted: 19 Nov 2008 | Published: 19 Nov 2008
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The Advantages of Deduplication-Based Disk Systems for Onsite Backup Storage
sponsored by Diligent Technologies Corporation, an IBM Company
WHITE PAPER: This PowerPoint presentation is from a Storage Decisions session (New York 2008) that explores the advantages for companies using tape backup to move to deduplication-based disk systems for onsite backup storage.
Posted: 18 Nov 2008 | Published: 18 Nov 2008
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IDC Spotlight: Ocarina Networks Addresses the Need for Efficient Data Storage
sponsored by Ocarina Networks
WHITE PAPER: Ocarina Optimizer and Reader addresses the need to store data more efficiently. It is an appliance that runs the optimization algorithms. The technology and approach is not about deduplication or compression, which will be explained in this IDC profile.
Posted: 13 Nov 2008 | Published: 13 Nov 2008
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Disaster Recovery Services FAQ
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
PODCAST: Dick Benton, senior consultant with Glasshouse Technologies, answers frequently asked questions about outsourcing disaster recovery in this podcast.
Posted: 12 Nov 2008 | Premiered: 11 Nov 2008
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Talking Storage with Fred Moore
sponsored by CA
WEBCAST: This webcast, featuring Fred Moore, highlights protection, management, compliance, and a variety of other storage topics.
Posted: 12 Nov 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Reducing IT Budget Costs with Data Protection
sponsored by InMage Systems
WEBCAST: In this Webcast, you'll discover effective and efficient ways for successful data backup in your business.
Posted: 11 Nov 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Data Deduplication Made Simple
sponsored by Data Domain
WEBCAST: Data deduplication is rapidly becoming a core fundamental of any storage system, and the implications go far beyond backup applications. Take this opportunity to learn the key differences between deduplication technologies available today.
Posted: 06 Nov 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Tape Encryption FAQ
sponsored by Sony Electronics Inc.
PODCAST: This Podcast, featuring storage expert Pierre Dorian, addresses the key concerns regarding tape encryption and the benefits it offers.
Posted: 29 Oct 2008 | Premiered: 29 Oct 2008
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Essential Archive Requirements for eDiscovery: Facilitating Email Discovery & Production
sponsored by Iron Mountain Digital
WHITE PAPER: This paper examines the growing complexities and cost associated with email storage and retrieval -- eDiscovery. It examines a solution that enables organizations to respond quickly to legal and investigative requests for electronic evidence.
Posted: 19 Sep 2008 | Published: 19 Sep 2008
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Protecting Personal Data in Sybase Adaptive Server® Enterprise
sponsored by Sybase, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: To protect data on media such as disks and backup tapes, the strongest solution today is to encrypt data prior to putting it on the media. Sybase ASE's encryption option provides several distinct advantages for this.
Posted: 12 Sep 2008 | Published: 12 Sep 2008
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Employing Best Practices for Mainframe Tape Encryption
sponsored by CA
WHITE PAPER: Because all data is not created equal, it's best to consider a tape encryption strategy that's aligned with business practices, security objectives and compliance drivers. Read this paper to learn best practices for mainframe tape encryption.
Posted: 28 Aug 2008 | Published: 28 Aug 2008
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TAPE BACKUPS DEFINITION (continued): …  Tape backup can be done manually or, with appropriate software, be programmed to happen automatically.

Tape backup systems exist for needs ranging from backing up the hard disk on a personal computer to backing up large amounts of storage for archiving and disaster recovery purposes in a large enterprise as part of a storage area network (SAN), usually combining a hardware and software package. For personal computer tape backup, the Onstream USB … 
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