Being able to store data in a cloud is a wonderful thing. Clouds have revolutionised the way we manage files and information, and the benefits of storing work online as opposed to physical copies are too many to mention.
However, many cloud users make the mistake of thinking that their data is safe once it is stored in a cloud.
Unfortunately, this is not true.
There are many potential risks of storing your data in clouds without backing it up. Firstly, even data stored in a cloud is not safe from malicious attacks. The only way to be sure that your data will not be lost is by using a cloud backup service. This way you have a securely stored backup of your data in case the worst happens and your original copy is lost. In the case of attempted hacks, with cloud backups you have the option of using encryption to make sure your data doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.
A less malicious reason for cloud data loss is simple user error. How many times have you accidentally deleted a file or folder? Unfortunately, however accidental the deletion, without backup they are often lost forever. Cloud services such as Microsoft Exchange only provide a 30-day window to recover deleted items before they are gone for good. So by the time you notice that important work presentation or your CV has accidentally been sent to the bin, it could well be too late.
Of course, businesses cannot risk losing important files and information. For some businesses, charities or schools, the data they are storing in a cloud is so important or sensitive that to lose it would be disastrous. Being completely reliant on cloud storage without a backup is naive and reckless – it puts your company in a dangerous position.
Here at Safe Data Storage we offer fully managed cloud backup, with entirely UK-based technical support. Get in touch today to find out how we will keep your data secure.
