Loss of information stored in computers can be very costly because of the large investment in time that it represents. Much of the data may be irreplaceable. When the information is sensitive for your client, it is especially wise to be cautious and back up regularly. Loss of data may be due to a variety of causes, e.g. hard disk failure, theft of equipment, careless copying or deletion of files, fire or water damage. You must have a backup that will be able to cope with any of these disasters, one that will be reliable and available for you when you need it. Don't wait for an unfortunate experience to stress the importance of a good backup. Back up regularly enough so that the amount of data that you stand to lose since the last backup is acceptable. This may mean backing up every day, or every week. It depends on your particular circumstances and the amount of fresh data being entered daily. You should also store some backup files in a location that is physically remote from your computer to prevent potential losses due to fire or other disasters. There are several methods you can use to back up your data. The easiest and most reliable is to use DT Max's built-in backup utility. It can be used in addition to your system backup. November 10, 2002 |
