Backup service storing data in cloud infrastructure, providing offsite protection and accessibility.
Cloud backup stores backup data in cloud infrastructure—providing automatic offsite protection, geographic redundancy, and anywhere accessibility. Cloud backup eliminates tape management and offsite logistics. Services range from simple file backup to comprehensive server and application protection. Cloud backup typically offers immutability options, addressing ransomware concerns. Considerations include bandwidth for large datasets, recovery speed, and data sovereignty.
Why It Matters
The DSC Perspective:
Cloud backup simplifies offsite protection. For most organisations, cloud backup is more practical than managing physical offsite storage. Ensure cloud backups include immutability to protect against ransomware.