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Articles in Home | Computers | Data Recovery Title|Newest|Oldest Disk vs. Tape  By : Michiel Van Kets Many people have a basic understanding of the principles of hard-disks and data recovery from disks. Tapes, however, seem to be more difficult to grasp, while both tape and disk store data magnetically. This would make tape and disk principally similar. Can I Backup Data Online for Free?  By : Chad Kiser Backup software and online backup services are available to help you protect your valuable data including photos, videos, documents and more. Top Causes of Catastrophic Data Loss  By : James Walsh Just a few decades back it would have seemed like a bizarre and fictional idea to be able to sit at home and conduct all your business, including communications and funds transfers. However, this is the reality of the world that we live in today. Website Loss and Recovery  By : James Walsh NetBenefit, UK, states that more than 73% of businesses engage in online marketing and business transactions. The group claims that more than 67% of personal users operate personal websites. But, only 38% of British firms which conduct business online have a website disaster recovery plan in place. Process of Data Evaluation in Data Recovery  By : James Walsh With an increasing number of companies and businesses relying on computers for storing their reports, files, and information sheets, protecting computer systems is no longer enough to ensure better success. Tape – Still The Best For Backup And Archiving  By : Mark Sear Tape for data storage has been with us for over 50 years and still appears to be going strong. But is it the best backup solution for you? Data Erasure and Disk Data Recovery  By : Mark Sear Everyone is aware that when you delete data from your hard disk, it is not really deleted, but still exists somewhere on that disk even after you have emptied your Recycle Bin. Are you afraid of your data being recovered when it should have been gone forever? Points to Consider When Choosing a Data Recovery Company  By : James Walsh The market these days is flooded with data recovery companies making claims of successful data recovery. However, most of these companies do have not the requisite evidence to support these claims and the consumer should always be cautious of such companies. Tape Cartridges: Safely Handle your Back-up.  By : Mark Sear Hard-disks are very reliable source of data storage but, it will suffer from mechanical wear and will fail. To keep your data safe it is important to make regular backups. Tape backup systems are the most cost-effective way to store your data. Prevention and Security Against Data Loss  By : James Walsh Since we all generate and use data in varying degrees, it follows that we also save a lot of it. Over time, our tendencies of saving data have increased manifold, and with it the chances of data loss. But how does this happen, and what can we do it stop it? These are the issues that have been discussed below. All You Need to Know About Firewalls  By : James Walsh A firewall is a system designed specifically to protect a computer from unauthorized access to or from a private network. Typically, firewalls can be implemented in both hardware and software. Security and Durability of Data Backup Devices  By : James Walsh In a world that is full of immense possibilities, which can all be lost in a catastrophic moment of data loss, backup is the only solution. Data loss happens too frequently and too unexpectedly for users to be prepared for it at all times. Disaster Recovery Planning and Preparation  By : James Walsh On a daily basis, companies generate a large amount of data which is critical to their everyday operations. This data may be stored on several computer systems simultaneously and has to be safeguarded to avoid a data loss event. Repair Windows errors (both XP and Vista).  By : Peter Wilson OS XP Repair Pro is designed with a powerful scanning system and a user friendly interface that easily allows any user to free themselves from Windows crashes, sluggish systems/programs, and error messages (both XP and Vista certified). Destroying Sensitive Data Successfully  By : James Walsh In 2005, Sony Computer Entertainment was awarded $6 million in damages against a company which had sold products that allowed users to play illegal copies of their hugely popular Playstation videogames. Though the violator had legally agreed to desist from such activity, the violator continued doing so, on the sly. A Good Backup is Critical to Data Recovery  By : Thomas Husnik We are sometimes spoiled these days when it comes to data and software on our personal computers. We can store so much of it on one disk drive and we can retrieve it very quickly. Simple Ways to Avoid Data Loss  By : James Walsh Most computer users would have encountered the problem of data loss at some time or the other. This can lead to serious issues especially if data concerning their important work has been lost. Even though data recovery is an option available after loss of data, the process is not always successful and even if data recovery is possible, it may require large amount of time. Server (RAID) data recovery  By : James Walsh Simply defined, a server is any application or device that is connected to and accessed by many users through a network connection; it usually provides specific services or resources. Data Recovery from (RAID) Servers  By : James Walsh Servers are special hardware that runs a program which offers services to other client or user programs. The computer that runs a server program is also referred to as a server. The functioning of this system is simple. For example, if you are surfing the web, you type in a ‘url’ and the web page pops up. An introduction to Electronic Data Discovery  By : kensium solutions Computers and other electronic devices, equipment and systems are now widely used by nearly everyone, everywhere and for every purpose. Their use in business and industry, particularly large corporations, has brought their importance into focus. RAID Server Data Recovery  By : James Walsh According to the British Damage Management Association’s Special Interest Group and the Professional Computer Association, more than 95% of all small manufacturing enterprises and large business ventures use RAID-configured storage on their servers in recent years for their mission-critical applications and data. Retrieving Data from Servers (RAIDs)S  By : James Walsh One may have heard of the term server with reference to the internet. With the help of a server, two computers can be connected to each other. These computers may belong to the same local network or may be connected through the internet. Let us have a look at how the servers are constructed and how they function. What is Meant by ‘Hard Disk Crashes’?  By : James Walsh Everything in life has two sides to it. The same can be said for all machines including data storage devices. These devices are prone to failures leading to devastating data losses. IT experts state that it is best to prevent such failure. Hard Disk Drives - What Can Go Wrong  By : James Walsh Hard drives happen to be the only storage media that have managed to retain their utility, relevance and importance over the years. In fact, a hard drive is the primary storage device in all the computers that is used to store applications, software and data. The External Hard Drive: a Pocket Hercules in the Data Storage World  By : James Walsh A small 2.5 inch metal box that could be easily mistaken for a futuristically designed cigarette case, the external hard drive has detached (mentally and physically) the umbilical cords of the delicate, computer-bound traditional hard disk drive inside your computer and transformed it into a stylish, freely roaming ‘plug and play’ form, capable of swallowing an entire world of data and keeping it there. Data Recovery Service Insights  By : Ken Roberts Data recovery service is what you need, but if you are like most folks, really money and time are on your mind. Tape Drives  By : James Walsh Considering the rate at which data is being generated all over the world, markets are desperately hungry for reliable, fast, hardy and cost-effective storage media. The State of Floppy Disks  By : James Walsh Technology is constantly changing. Consequently data storage devices are undergoing modification everyday. These are replacing floppy disk storage media. But, floppy disks have carved out a niche for themselves. Clean Rooms  By : James Walsh Clean Rooms are a definitive part of any established data recovery company. Data loss is the single most common problem faced by every computer user. Considering that the problem is so rampant and the potential loss can be devastating, data recovery plays a very important role. Professional Data Recovery  By : James Walsh Data Recovery is the process by which data is retrieved from damaged or inaccessible magnetic media. Data loss is, perhaps, one of the most rampant problems that computer users face. This data loss can lead to great financial losses and a lot of despair. Things to Avoid When Faced with a Hard Drive Crash  By : James Walsh Unfortunately, hard drive crash is a common situation faced by the majority of computer users at some time during their lives. In such cases, many of the users want to recover the lost data by making use of various methods. However, this may lead to permanent loss of data rather than its recovery. Let us have a look at things that one should avoid in case of a hard drive crash. Mobile Phone Data Recovery  By : James Walsh Gone are the days when mobile phones functioned simply as instruments to make and receive calls. Today, mobile phones come loaded with so many features and accessories that you can take photographs, send SMS, text messages, check your e-mail and surf the Internet too. Deleted a File by Mistake? Here is What to Do  By : James Walsh Most of the times people think that once a file is deleted and the recycle bin is emptied, it becomes totally impossible to retrieve the deleted file. Through this article, I intend to shatter this myth once and for all. A Guide To Electronic Evidence Discovery And Its Importance  By : kensium solutions As the technology is growing, a lot of people are exploiting these technological advances for illegal activities. Most of the time e-discovery is used in cases of intellectual property theft, sexual harassment in the workplace, fraud, breach of contract, divorce proceedings and spoliation of evidence. Here comes the Electronic data discovery which is quickly becoming the mainstream in civil discovery. The Ethics Of Computer-Based Electronic Evidence  By : kensium solutions Computers can be used in the commission of crime, they can contain evidence of crime and can even be targets of crime. Understanding the role and nature of electronic evidence that might be found, how to process a crime scene containing potential electronic evidence and how an agency might respond to such situations is crucial. It cannot be over emphasized that the rules of evidence apply equally to computer-based electronic evidence as much as they do to material obtained from other sources. It is always the responsibility of the case officer to ensure compliance with legislation and, in particular, to be sure that the procedures adopted in the seizure of any property are performed in accordance with statute and current case law. The Day My Computer Hard Disk Crashed  By : James Walsh We rely so much on our computers that we begin to take them for granted. It, therefore, comes as a massive shock the day the computer hard disk dies on us. It happened to me once as well and I was caught totally unprepared and unawares. Benefits of Different Types of Hard Disk Drives  By : James Walsh Hard drives are the most widely used data storage devices in the world. They usually exist as primary data storage media inside computers and laptops. These are also non-removable. You cannot just carry them around like optical disks, floppy drives and flash drives. DIY vs Professional Data Recovery  By : James Walsh Today we routinely use a number of digital devices for work and leisure. Everything from laptops and computers to mobile phones use the phenomenal computational power of the silicon processor to deliver remarkable performance. These devices have made our lives easier and more productive. Can Hard Drives Be Replaced by Other Data Storage Media?  By : James Walsh In the past few years, many data storage media options have been introduced in the market, threatening to weaken the stronghold of Hard Disks. In fact, data storage media like flash drives have shown an indication that they could well replace hard drives in computers and laptops. Optical Disks and Data Storage  By : James Walsh In the last 30 years, information technology has revolutionised our lives. We all use digital devices today in many ways for work and leisure. Computers and laptops are particularly effective machines that use powerful processors and tailor-made software to allow us to do a variety of tasks. Why is Data Recovery Expensive?  By : James Walsh With more and more users using computers to save their business data, loss of data stored in the digital form have also become frequent. Due to this, data recovery services have become popular. How to overcome E-Discovery Challenges with New Technologies.  By : kensium solutions Business communications are now dominated by electronic storage and devices like emails, hard drives, flash drives etc… and the volume of data used and stored is increasing at astonishing rate. Here comes the Electronic discovery. After the recent amendment to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) which recognizes increasing importance of electronically stored information for litigation and regulatory investigations. USB Drives Heat up the Data Storage Scene  By : James Walsh On the 1st of September 2007, the small independent record label, Superfrothco, will release the music of Jeffery Scott Holland’s The JSH Combo, solely on flash drive. That’s never happened before – getting music out into the world only via flash drive. It’s sure to create quite a stir. How can a Company Fortify Itself against Natural and Man-made Disasters  By : James Walsh Data loss usually has a severe impact on companies to the extent that the company in question may never recover from it. Such a data loss can be caused either due to natural causes such as floods or earthquakes. It can also be caused by disasters that have been triggered by human activity such as computer viruses, fire, electrical short circuits or errors committed by humans while handling data Necessity of Data Back Up  By : James Walsh The issue of data backup has become extremely important in this technological age. As people store more and more precious data on storage media equipment, the concept of data backup increases in necessity. Data backup cannot be classified as a wasteful exercise An introduction to Computer Forensics  By : Kevin Cohen Computer Forensics is the process of investigating electronic devices or computer media for the purpose of discovering and analyzing available, deleted, or "hidden" information that may serve as useful evidence in supporting both claims and defenses of a legal matter as well as it can helpful when data have been accidentally deleted or lost due to hardware failure. Electronic Discovery 2.0  By : Kevin Cohen Electronic Discovery, or “e-discovery” refers to the discovery of data from electronic storage and other electronic media for example e-mails, Hard Disk Drives, Databases, CAD/CAM files, websites and any other electronically-stored information which can be used as an evidence in a law suit. The Need For Remote Backups  By : Lee Smith Remote backups are taken simultaneously offsite on a different server and hence are almost always reliable. Remote backups are steadily gaining ground among corporate and other organizations due to their obvious advantages and are here to stay. What Can Be Saved Following a Computer Crash or Infection with a Virus?  By : James Walsh Practically speaking, losing data can sometimes prove to be more devastating than losing a girlfriend. Many of you will certainly agree with me. Especially those, who have gone through this harrowing experience, at some time or other in their life. Being a human, one possesses the requisite skills to woo back a lost friend. But, you need more than an exceptional intensity of emotions to retrieve the lost data in a computer crash. Research has shown that people’s reaction towards a computer crash varies from person to person, depending on the individual temperament of the aggrieved party. Some respond to a computer crash with a mild slap on the monitor, as if their computer is a spoiled child exhibiting tantrums. Improving Awareness of Computer Forensics Services  By : James Walsh A company owner in the UK suspected something amiss when he studied the financial figures of the third quarter, last year. His experienced accountant had done a perfect job, but the unexplainable reduction in the net profits left the entrepreneur perplexed for long. Online Backups, Are You Being Smart?  By : Lee Smith Online Backups are a necessity for any serious business or home user as you risk the loss of crucial data in the event of hardware/software failures, fire and theft. Data Loss Caused by Computer Viruses  By : James Walsh All of us have experienced a virus attack on our data at some point of time or the other. Computer viruses are so common that they have become a part of our existence by now, and we have all learnt to protect ourselves against them in various ways. The problem is that knowledge about viruses is limited almost entirely to the fact that files get corrupted when a computer is infected, and that an antivirus software ought to be installed. The best way to battle an enemy is to know about it beforehand and some more awareness about viruses will save a lot of potential damage before it happens.	Sign Up for a free account and start submitting your articles. Submit Articles Member Login Top Authors Myspace Playlists Most Popular Articles Submission Guidelines Funny Videos Ezine Notifications Article RSS Feeds web site hosting reviews Partners Free Articles Directory About Us Link to Us Contact Us Terms of Service

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