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The Digital Tightrope: Striking a Balance between Easy Access and Long-Term Security for Archivists
The Archivist’s Dilemma: Balancing Digital Access and Long-Term Safety Digital archiving is a vital component of preserving history, knowledge, and culture. And yet, a critical dilemma is faced by every archivist: how to balance the ease of access to digital materials with the need for their long-term preservation? In essence, this is the struggle between…
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Unveiling the Power of Immutable Backups Against Ransomware Attacks: A Scientific Perspective
The Unseen Shield Against Ransomware: Immutable Backups As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, so do the threats that come with it. Among the most menacing of these threats is ransomware, a malicious software that encrypts victims’ data until a ransom is paid. For IT Managers, Sysadmins, and professionals in Healthcare, Biotech, Finance, Legal, Compliance,…
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Surviving the Inferno: How Optical Backup Saved our Video Studio
Disaster-Proof Your Studio: Optical Backup as Creative Insurance In the world of art and creation, the digital age has brought unprecedented opportunities as well as new challenges. One such challenge is data loss. Studios are not only filled with physical equipment but also with invaluable digital assets, all of which could be lost in an…
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5 Compelling Reasons Why Governments Need Offline Backups for Sensitive Data
Offline by Design: How Governments are Rethinking Digital Sovereignty through Offline Backups The way governments handle, store, and protect sensitive public data is of paramount importance. As we increasingly rely on cloud services, it’s crucial to comprehend the associated risks and understand the growing need for offline backups. Let’s explore five key arguments supporting the…
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Preserving Cultural Identity: How Archival Technology Aids Governments in Protecting Digital Heritage
Why Governments Need Immutable Backup: Preserving Cultural Identity through Archival Technology Cultural heritage is the essence of our identity, composed of countless pieces of history, art, and tradition. It is the responsibility of governments to safeguard this heritage, ensuring future generations can explore their roots and appreciate their shared history. However, with the digital revolution,…
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Master the Art of Storing 20 Years of Family Photos Without the Cloud
The Ultimate Guide to Storing 20 Years of Family Photos Without the Cloud with OpticalBackup Safeguarding your precious family photos has become more crucial than ever. Gone are the days of dusty photo albums and boxes filled with negatives. Now, our memories are preserved in pixels and stored digitally. But with the growing mistrust in…
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Safeguarding Years of Biomedical Data: The Role of Optical Backup in Clinical Labs
Preserving Decades of Research: OpticalBackup for Clinical Labs In the rapidly evolving field of biomedical research, data integrity and preservation is of paramount importance. Clinical labs are mandated to adhere to stringent data retention guidelines, both in Europe and the United States. These guidelines demand the long-term backup of critical biomedical data, ensuring the protection…
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Mastering Audits: 4 Key Aspects of Optical Backup in Manufacturing
The Importance of Air-Gapped and Audit-Ready Backup in Manufacturing In a world where manufacturing processes are becoming increasingly digitized and data-driven, the importance of robust data protection strategies cannot be overstated. Key among these strategies is the use of air-gapped and audit-ready backup systems. In this article, we will explore the concept of air-gapped backup,…
About Me
Nuno Micaelo
Founder of OpticalBackup
