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Reliable, Affordable Online Backup Providers?

Posted by Cliff on from the data-in-a-vault dept.

rcn asks: "I am looking at online backup solutions for a variety of small and medium sized businesses. I read the most recent Slashdot discussion on online backup but there wasn't much talk about specific providers. The DIY methods of online backup (i.e. backup to a server in another office) aren't really practical in these cases. Security is more important than cost. They want their data secure under a mountain or 3000 miles away. I am overwhelmed by the variety of choices but am looking at Iron Mountain, LiveVault, and SwapDrive. Does anyone have experience with these providers, or others like them? What do pricing structures look like in the 30 to 100 gig range? How easy do they make it to manage backups? Can you backup from more than one machine to the same account?"

2 of 38 comments (clear)

  1. Pentagon TIA by AtariAmarok · · Score: 3, Insightful

    The Pentagon TIA system. You don't even have to ask, and it backs up all your data.

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  2. Low tech, I know, but... by Txiasaeia · · Score: 3, Insightful
    ...how bout storing the data on a few HDs and take them to your bank for a safety deposit box? Make it convenient and choose the bank where they/you are doing business. Cost is minimal and security is high and (in most cases) insured in case of theft - but this is a freaking bank we're talking about.

    I know, it's not online, but if you're more concerned about security than anything else, you might want to consider it.

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