High availability and disaster recovery

A sound strategy around high availability and disaster recovery is a must in every enterprise -- especially for production workloads that can't afford downtime. Apply the tips and advice in this section to build resiliency into cloud architectures and prepare for a range of disaster recovery scenarios.

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May 10, 2019 10 May'19
Microsoft to reduce Azure outages with Project Tardigrade

Microsoft's plans to make Azure more reliable include Project Tardigrade, which keeps running VMs alive even when their host platforms go down due to hardware problems.
March 28, 2019 28 Mar'19
Backblaze cloud backup pays off for financial software firm

Talisys IT staff finds Backblaze backup can reliably protect the financial software firm's data at work, but is simple enough to pay for to use at home for personal data.
March 21, 2019 21 Mar'19
XenData backup packages Wasabi in new cloud product

A new cloud service lets customers put XenData backup on Wasabi's cloud, making a cheap option for active archiving by taking advantage of Wasabi's lack of egress fees.
March 15, 2019 15 Mar'19
Google Cloud outages resolved, but stakes still high for users

Several Google Cloud services suffered some recent hiccups, but analysts gave the service provider high marks for quick resolution and transparency.

Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content

How do I know if cloud backup and recovery is right for my data?

Are you ready to implement cloud backup and disaster recovery? There are a number of questions you need to answer first, from the financial to the operational. Continue Reading
DRaaS benefits that make ditching traditional DR worth it

The benefits of disaster recovery as a service include lower cost, enhanced reliability and streamlined administration. It's no wonder that more organizations are being drawn to it. Continue Reading
Amazon S3

Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) is a scalable, high-speed, web-based cloud storage service designed for online backup and archiving of data and applications on Amazon Web Services. Continue Reading

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How to evaluate DRaaS providers

DR-as-a-service providers need to be vetted properly to ensure that the services you have purchased are deliverable and meet expectations during a disaster. Continue Reading
Cloud disaster recovery options: Public or purpose-built?

Despite the popularity of public cloud for disaster recovery, it's not the only option out there. Purpose-built clouds can offer greater flexibility and provider assistance. Continue Reading
Back up VMs with Azure snapshots and managed disks

Follow these steps to take VM snapshots in Microsoft Azure and learn when the technique is -- and isn't -- the right fit for your cloud backup needs. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Set the foundation for a solid cloud backup strategy

Behind any effective cloud DR strategy is a solid backup plan. Follow these tips around common backup methods, tools and replication to get started. Continue Reading
How to use Azure Site Recovery Deployment Planner

A successful disaster recovery procedure is more complicated than most people think. Learn how an Azure service can streamline the process of VM replication and failover. Continue Reading
Cloud data backup services minimize outage, security risks

Backups are critical in any cloud strategy, but where you store that data is just as important. Explore these automated backup tools and services to avoid risks later. Continue Reading

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How can I keep my business disaster recovery plans relevant?

Has your organization created a disaster recovery plan and left it on the shelf? You're not alone. Explore what you can do to improve your plan's effectiveness. Continue Reading
Eight warning signs your DRaaS vendor needs replacing

Have you ever thought your disaster recovery as a service provider may not be quite up to par? It's OK to make a change, especially if you notice one or more of these red flags. Continue Reading
Cloud data recovery: Documentation is the key to success

In creating a plan for data recovery in the cloud, it's important to keep track of your infrastructure, DR requirements and the potential duration of failover. Continue Reading