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Ransomware operators now routinely target backup repositories before encrypting production data, knowing that an organisation without recoverable backups is far more likely to pay. Immutable backups — copies that cannot be altered or deleted for a defined retention period — are the most effective technical countermeasure. This guide explains the underlying technologies, compares air-gapped and immutable approaches, and walks through implementation with Veeam, QNAP, and major cloud platforms.
Storage capacity grows cheaper each year, but data grows faster. Deduplication and compression are the two foundational technologies that reduce the physical storage required for a given data set, cutting costs on disk, backup media, and replication bandwidth. This guide explains how deduplication and compression work, the trade-offs between inline and post-process approaches, and how leading backup and storage vendors implement these features.
Ransomware remains the most financially devastating cyber threat facing Australian organisations. Attackers encrypt critical data and demand payment, often coupling encryption with data theft for double extortion. No single product can stop ransomware — effective protection requires layered defences spanning email security, endpoint protection, patching, immutable backups, and a practised incident response plan. This guide walks IT resellers through each layer of a robust defence strategy.
Every organisation depends on IT systems, yet surprisingly few have a tested, documented plan for recovering those systems when disaster strikes. Whether the threat is ransomware, a hardware failure, a natural disaster or simple human error, a Disaster Recovery (DR) plan ensures you can restore critical services within defined timeframes. This guide walks through each step of building a DR plan, from risk assessment through to testing and ongoing maintenance.
Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO) are two of the most critical metrics in disaster recovery planning. Understanding the difference between them, and how to calculate each for your organisation, is essential for building a backup and DR strategy that actually protects your business.
The 3-2-1 backup rule has been a cornerstone of data protection for over two decades: keep three copies of your data, on two different media types, with one copy stored offsite. In an era of ransomware, cloud storage, and immutable repositories, the rule has evolved but its core logic is more relevant than ever. This article explains the original rule, modern variations, and how to build a backup strategy that actually works when disaster strikes.