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Apple to delete iCloud device backups - how to see if you're affected

Apple will delete iCloud backups for devices running iOS 8 or older after December 18, 2024, necessitating updates to retain backup services.

The best portable SSDs for 2024

An external SSD enhances data backup and transfer speed, offering reliability and compactness over traditional hard drives.
Choosing the right SSD involves considering performance, price, and storage capacity rather than just opting for the lowest price.

One Tech Tip: Here's what you need to do before and after your phone is stolen or lost

Phone theft poses significant security risks, prompting government action and individual precautions.
Protecting your device with passwords and backups is crucial in the event of theft.

Samsung update bricks phones, giving harsh reminder of data backup importance

Samsung's latest update bricked some older Galaxy smartphones, underscoring the importance of regular data backups.
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Eon emerges from stealth with $127M to bring a fresh approach to back up cloud infrastructure | TechCrunch

Eon aims to transform cloud infrastructure backup, raising $127 million in funding to address modern data management complexities.
The shift to cloud computing has rendered traditional backup strategies inadequate, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.

Another global IT outage is 'inevitable', Irish security experts warn

The combination of few backups and heavy reliance on software testing can lead to major outages, as seen with the CrowdStrike incident.

Indonesian government didn't backup ransomwared data

Indonesia lacks data backup plan after ransomware attack.

Google Cloud Strengthens Backup Service With Vaults

Google Cloud introduced an immutable backup vault to enhance data protection and disaster recovery, ensuring critical data remains secured and unalterable.

Veeam says critical flaw can't be abused to trash backups

Veeam's critical vulnerability in VBEM (CVE-2024-29849) cannot lead to deleting backups due to immutable backups and security measures.

Eon emerges from stealth with $127M to bring a fresh approach to back up cloud infrastructure | TechCrunch

Eon aims to transform cloud infrastructure backup, raising $127 million in funding to address modern data management complexities.
The shift to cloud computing has rendered traditional backup strategies inadequate, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.

Another global IT outage is 'inevitable', Irish security experts warn

The combination of few backups and heavy reliance on software testing can lead to major outages, as seen with the CrowdStrike incident.

Indonesian government didn't backup ransomwared data

Indonesia lacks data backup plan after ransomware attack.

Google Cloud Strengthens Backup Service With Vaults

Google Cloud introduced an immutable backup vault to enhance data protection and disaster recovery, ensuring critical data remains secured and unalterable.

Veeam says critical flaw can't be abused to trash backups

Veeam's critical vulnerability in VBEM (CVE-2024-29849) cannot lead to deleting backups due to immutable backups and security measures.
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#cloud-storage

Windows 11 pushing OneDrive with fullscreen pop-up

Microsoft is prompting Windows 11 users with a full-screen pop-up to back up files using OneDrive.

How to back up and wipe your Windows PC

Wiping and reinstalling Windows is now easier due to cloud and online apps, taking less than an hour.

How to archive your photos with cloud storage, hard drives and more

Effortless smartphone photography has made archiving memories more challenging due to vast data accumulation.

Get 1TB of Cloud Storage for $130 Through Memorial Day | Entrepreneur

Saving work is crucial for business survival. Koofr Cloud Storage offers a lifetime deal at $129.97 (reg. $810) for 1TB till May 31st, 11:59 p.m. PT.

This Cloud Storage Deal Can be an Easy Win for Your Business: $25 for 100GB | Entrepreneur

Regular data backup is crucial for business efficiency and accessibility.

Windows 11 pushing OneDrive with fullscreen pop-up

Microsoft is prompting Windows 11 users with a full-screen pop-up to back up files using OneDrive.

How to back up and wipe your Windows PC

Wiping and reinstalling Windows is now easier due to cloud and online apps, taking less than an hour.

How to archive your photos with cloud storage, hard drives and more

Effortless smartphone photography has made archiving memories more challenging due to vast data accumulation.

Get 1TB of Cloud Storage for $130 Through Memorial Day | Entrepreneur

Saving work is crucial for business survival. Koofr Cloud Storage offers a lifetime deal at $129.97 (reg. $810) for 1TB till May 31st, 11:59 p.m. PT.

This Cloud Storage Deal Can be an Easy Win for Your Business: $25 for 100GB | Entrepreneur

Regular data backup is crucial for business efficiency and accessibility.
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How to Export Data from Notion into Other Apps | ClickUp

Notion is flexible but may not meet everyone's needs; exploring alternatives can help users better align with their goals.

How to troubleshoot a Mac that won't boot

Try restarting your Mac or accessing the Recovery console for troubleshooting boot issues.
#ransomware-attacks

Ransomware defence for backups: Practical steps to ensure protection

Data backup solutions are critical for protecting against data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Ransomware attacks are a clear and present danger in today's digital world, and proactive steps such as backup and recovery solutions should be adopted.

Calling for backup: The importance of disaster recovery

The importance of assuming all businesses are at risk of ransomware attacks and the necessity for proactive rather than reactive data protection measures.

Ransomware defence for backups: Practical steps to ensure protection

Data backup solutions are critical for protecting against data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Ransomware attacks are a clear and present danger in today's digital world, and proactive steps such as backup and recovery solutions should be adopted.

Calling for backup: The importance of disaster recovery

The importance of assuming all businesses are at risk of ransomware attacks and the necessity for proactive rather than reactive data protection measures.
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#data-deletion

"Unprecedented" Google Cloud event wipes out customer account and its backups

Google Cloud accidentally deleted UniSuper's account, causing major disruption and downtime for the Australian pension fund.

What caused the UniSuper Google Cloud outage

UniSuper's Private Cloud subscription was accidentally deleted due to an inadvertent misconfiguration, causing a deletion cascade across multiple regions.

"Unprecedented" Google Cloud event wipes out customer account and its backups

Google Cloud accidentally deleted UniSuper's account, causing major disruption and downtime for the Australian pension fund.

What caused the UniSuper Google Cloud outage

UniSuper's Private Cloud subscription was accidentally deleted due to an inadvertent misconfiguration, causing a deletion cascade across multiple regions.
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How to protect your TikTok data if the US bans the Chinese-owned app

Back up TikTok content to secure data amid potential ban in the US.

Software support chap survived breaking his customer

Tech support may need to deal with technically challenged clients; backups are crucial

Clumio raises $75M to automate cloud data backup and recovery | TechCrunch

Clumio raises $75 million in Series D funding
Clumio experiences significant revenue growth driven by new customers like Atlassian

How Often Should Your Data Be Backed Up? - Social Media Explorer

Keeping your data safe is crucial, especially in today's digital age where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

Larry Magid: Tech New Year's resolutions for 2024

I'm well aware that New Year's resolutions are often abandoned by the end of January, but that's no reason to avoid thinking about how we can improve our lives in the year to come.

Storage technology explained: Key questions about tape storage | Computer Weekly

Tape storage offers almost limitless capacity and minimal power consumption when not in use, making it an energy-efficient and cost-effective storage solution.

How to install the macOS Sequoia public beta

Install macOS Sequoia public beta for testing, but back up your data first.
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