NT Server Backup And Alternatives
The NT Windows system comes with its own built in backup program. It works just fine for a basic backup but does have limitations. Certain versions are lacking in features that allow for scheduled backups and other easy configurations. The program also has difficulties with building catalogs of the backed up files. This ends up making a restoration more difficult. Many users replace the NT backup program with other programs that offer all of the features required by most.
NT programs are not capable of backing open files. This means that if you are using an SQL database it cannot back files that are currently in use. Backing several office applications can become quite expensive. Using the backup option in the SQL server will cause the files to be closed after backup and they can then also be backed with NT. This can be beneficial where speed is concerned because it is faster backing onto a disk file than a tape.
Another weak point to the built in NT backup is that is does not do image backups. There are many clients finding that the built in NT backup is too clumsy and ridiculous for them to be bothered to deal with. Some product manufacturers are cashing in on the NT glitches by offering a solution to the problems. BackupAssist is one of the top producer's currently boasting of impressive NT backup. Their claim is that their program will allow any business to orchestrate an efficient backup strategy in just a few minutes. It's priced at just over $200 US and client testimonials attest to its quality.
WinBackup is a good alternative to the built in NT operating system. It provides the option of backing up Outlook e-mails and Internet Favorites even address books and My Documents. It allows for easy scheduling of backups at the users convenience. A built in compression feature is a big plus in comparison to the NT system which has none. Created for home and business users, the WinBackup is easy to use for any technological skill level. It's also a good choice for the business that may need to connect more than one server to a network because it makes it easy to save backups to the server. A search on Windows NT server backup brings up a large variety of helpful step by step sites designed to assist in NT backup. The basic included backup system may be enough for your needs and there are plenty of self help options. For most though the built in backup just isn't enough and alternative methods will need to be implemented.
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