→ Code42 is installed and configured for the primary users of office computers deployed by T&I, during the initial delivery and setup process. ✓ Easing migration from an old workstation to a new one ✓ A hedge against inadvertent or regretted changes or deletions to files or file content ✓ Protecting against the loss of files if a computer crashes, is lost/stolen, or is severely compromised by viruses/malware ✓ In some cases it is also used to back up faculty research computers. ✓ Code42 is available for all faculty and staff who are primary users of office computers. Files that are stored in Dropbox or Google Drive are not backed up by Code42 those services also offer some protection against data loss but their versioning depth is not quite as extensive.

This backup keeps multiple versions of user data files over time. Want to add cloud-based storage into that? You can backup 2-10 computers for a mere $10 a month with unlimited storage-it’s an outrageous bargain compared to other cloud-based storage solutions.Our primary method of backing up data files on Windows and macOS workstations is the Code42 cloud backup service (formerly known as CrashPlan).

If you simply use the CrashPlan software without a CrashPlan account you can backup your data to a secondary drive on your computer, another computer on your home network, and to your friend’s/brother’s/mom’s computer all for free-don’t worry the data is encrypted via the Blowfish algorithm. Folder backup (backup to secondary or external hard drive).

Local network backup (backup to home server or NAS unit).Remote storage (friend-to-friend backups).Cloud-based storage (for pay, but very reasonably priced).Instead of limiting you to simple cloud-based storage, CrashPlan offers a multi-tier backup strategy that includes the following: CrashPlan is like Mozy/Carbonite on steroids. You install an application on your computer, buy an account with the cloud-based backup provider, and then it uploads your files for safe keeping. What is CrashPlan? You’re likely familiar with online backup services like Mozy and Carbonite.

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