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11 serious benefits of hybrid cloud technology
Hybrid cloud technology has become a must for data backup. But what exactly is it—and can it really protect your organization after a major disaster? In this post, we take a deep dive into the benefits of hybrid cloud technology from Datto and how it differs from other common backup methods.
How to Determine the Right Data Backup Solution for Your Business
Choosing the right data backup for SMBs is easier than you might think—especially when you know what to look for. Yes, there are plenty of options to choose from, but you can quickly narrow those choices by focusing on the specific needs of your organization.
10 Data Backup Choices for SMBs (and Why Some are Foolish)
You already know that backing up your data is critical, especially in the age of ransomware. But with so many types of SMB data backup solutions out there, choosing one can be overwhelming.
My Thoughts on DattoCon18 and Why I’m Stoked.
I’m back from DattoCon18 and there’s a lot to discuss. This year’s 3-day convention in Austin, Texas, was packed with product announcements, but there are a few things I’m particularly excited about. So let’s dive right in …
Why Reliable Data Backup is Vital for Every Business
Only 6% of companies without a disaster recovery plan will survive a disaster, according to research by Datto. Small businesses today must have a reliable data backup system in place, or they risk losing not just the data, but the entire business.
What’s the Best Data Backup for SMB? Here’s How to Choose
These days, even the smallest data loss—fewer than 100 files—can cost businesses between $18,000 to $35,000, according to Datto. Protecting data has become essential for even the smallest businesses. But since not all data backups for SMBs are the same, it’s important to compare your options carefully.
Preparing for the Worst: the Essential Guide to Disaster Readiness
A category-5 hurricane will hit your city in 3 days. Are you sure your company is prepared? Unfortunately, most disasters don’t come with warnings like this. Earthquakes, ransomware attacks, accidentally deleted data, utility outages: such disruptions happen without notice and can be just as devastating on your operations as a hurricane.
Ugly New Ransomware Vulnerabilities—and How to Fix Them
Traditionally, it begins with a suspicious email in your inbox … maybe an infected file attachment or a link to a malicious website. But over the past year, we’ve seen several other ransomware vulnerabilities that left organizations at risk of a major attack.
16 Tips to Prepare for the 2018 Hurricane Season
2018 hurricane season is almost here. And if this season looks anything like last year’s, then it’s only a matter of time before dangerous storms begin forming in the Atlantic. The good news is: it’s not too late to prepare your business.
2017-2018 Ransomware Statistics: 14 Trends to Watch
The latest ransomware statistics reveal some encouraging signs that attacks are slowing down a bit. But it’s not time to let your guard down.
The 2017 WannaCry and NotPetya attacks were a wakeup call to businesses around the globe. But while some industries have made great strides toward improving their defenses, countless others remain unprotected.
Ransomware 101: A Complete Guide to Preventing & Removing an Infection
A recent survey found that one in three small to medium-sized businesses were infected with ransomware in the last year.
Ransomware has become a huge challenge for businesses—and a financial boon for the hackers who develop it. It’s a problem that isn’t going away anytime soon. But that doesn’t mean you can’t defend yourself.
The Easy Way to Develop a Business Continuity Plan
Planning for disaster is serious business. But that doesn’t mean creating your business continuity plan (BCP) has to be difficult. In this post, you’ll learn how to develop a business continuity plan.
In-house or outsource? Who should manage your business continuity?
Let’s not sugarcoat it. Managing business continuity is burdensome.
It eats up time. It costs money. It gets in the way of your most pressing responsibilities. But without it, the company would be toast in a disaster.
2018 Business Continuity Trends to Watch
Where is business continuity headed in 2018-2019? A quick look at today’s trends provides a glimpse of how companies’ priorities may be changing in the months ahead.
How healthcare vulnerabilities hurt patients and the bottom line
Why is one of the most regulated industries—healthcare—also one of the most vulnerable?
In a recent post, we explored the unique regulations that healthcare organizations face. But despite the strict laws of HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), healthcare vulnerabilities remain rampant, worldwide.
Dangerous signs of business continuity failures in highly regulated fields
Are today’s businesses doing enough to protect themselves from unexpected disasters? Are their business continuity systems secure enough to prevent costly downtime? Are organizations within highly regulated industries following the proper business continuity regulation?
The truth about what business continuity looks like today
Here’s the thing about business continuity: it’s constantly evolving.
Over the last few years alone, newer threats like ransomware have forced organizations to rethink their strategies and deploy new technologies. And in the years ahead, more new risks will come along that will force businesses to shift their continuity resources once again.
The Datto Network Switch Makes Your Job Easier—Here’s How
The Datto Network Switch is changing the way we think about network management.
Designed for zero-touch deployments and automated configuration, these switches enable you to build, monitor and scale a network from anywhere. It’s a game-changer for IT administrators and managed-service providers (MSPs), drastically reducing the time spent on network management and boosting user productivity, too.
A Complete Guide to All Datto SIRIS Models
The Datto SIRIS is considered one of the industry’s best backup and disaster recovery (BDR) solutions. But it’s not a one-size-fits-all device. There are multiple Datto SIRIS models to choose from, allowing you to select the right fit for your infrastructure and business-continuity needs.
Which Datto Solutions are Right for Your Organization?
Which Datto solutions can bring the most value and protection to your infrastructure? It all depends on the unique objectives of your organization.
17 Efficiency-Boosting Tips for IT Professionals
IT departments are increasingly overtaxed. You’ve got a constantly growing list of tasks, support tickets and interruptions—on top of the critical work you’re supposed to be doing. It’s overwhelming! But with a few simple changes to your approach, you can drastically free up time and reduce the headaches. We’ve put together these simple tips for IT professionals to help you manage your day more efficiently.
Ransomware Education: Tips, Tools & Tricks for the IT Manager
Industry experts predict ransomware attacks will worsen over the next two years. That’s why it’s critical that IT managers have the fundamental ransomware education they need to fend off attacks.
20-Something Best Practices for the Datto SIRIS 3
So, you’ve decided to deploy one of the best data backup technologies on the market. Better make sure you do it properly! We’ve put together these best practices for the Datto SIRIS 3 to ensure that your business gets the highest level of protection possible. From deployment to daily backups, here’s how to get the most out of your Datto.
27 Tips & Best Practices for Using the Datto Windows Agent
In 2017, Datto released the newest version of its Datto Windows Agent as a successor to ShadowSnap. CEO Austin McChord said the new agent had been in development for the past five years and he praised it for several new enhancements over previous versions.
2017 Disaster Recovery Statistics that Businesses Must Take Seriously
As we enter 2018, now’s a good time to look back on the 2017 disaster recovery statistics. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t a good year for many businesses.
Datto vs eFolder: Who’s got your back after a data disaster?
When comparing Datto vs eFolder, who comes out on top? This question has become more common than you might think in the last year or so. After eFolder made some high-profile acquisitions of companies like Axcient and Replibit, many industry experts saw the moves as evidence that eFolder was trying to dethrone Datto from its BDR pedestal.
Why the Datto Mac Agent is Superior for Mac Backups
When the Datto Mac Agent came along in 2016, IT folks around the world breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, there was a more robust solution available for backing up Macs in business environments.
2017 was a big year for business continuity and Invenio IT
2017 has been an incredible year for business continuity and Invenio IT. It’s amazing to think about how far we’ve come in the last few years. And, without a doubt, last year has got to be my favorite to date. A ton of incredible things happened and we reached major milestones.
How to Protect Your Systems from the Intel Meltdown & Spectre Flaws
Last week, security researchers uncovered what is possibly the biggest and worst security flaw in modern computing. Referred to as the Intel “Meltdown” and “Spectre” bugs, these critical flaws enable malicious software to spy on other system processes and steal data.
2018 Resolution: Keep Cyberattacks Behind the Datto Firewall
It’s 2018, folks. And if this year is anything like the last, you can bet it will be filled with more disastrous cyberattacks, global ransomware infections and other assaults on businesses of all sizes. Now is the time to configure your Datto firewall settings for optimal protection against all of these outside threats.