Data Recovery Articles

Computers » Data Recovery | By Eddy Kong @ Sunday, 2nd March 2008 @ 5:42 AM

In the computerized world, data recovery software can do a whole lot of good. I am sure we have all had those moments where we have accidentally deleted important files or when a virus has swept our entire computer system and we have all experienced the panic that goes with it. Also, there are a lot of horror stories out in our world when it comes to retrieving this data. In lots of situations, when there is lost data because of hard drive issues, it is almost critical to not run the dri... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Giorgos Kontopoulos @ Sunday, 2nd March 2008 @ 1:29 AM

Not so long ago, about 5 years say, there were a bunch of data recovery firms which you could choose from, today this is very different; try typing "data recovery services" into Google, you will be astounded by the results, overwhelmed as to choice; how come you may ask? In the last year alone, many so called DR firms have sprung up from nowhere with 20 years of DR business history! Clearly this is not possible and suspect and should be examined in great detail, as DR is a complic... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Michael Hackett @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 11:37 AM

Well, almost everything important nowadays seems to be stored in our computers. Let's face it, in our information-oriented society, you can't afford to lose your valuable data. Doing so could possibly be the end of one's business at worst, and at the very least, the loss of many important legal and financial documents, family photos (since we're all going digital now) important emails, and, well, you get the idea. Besides the smart option of having an external hard dri... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Jaison Jacob @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 3:59 AM

At some point in time, everyone who owns a computer will experience the trials and tribulations of hard drive failure. The reasons behind it vary, and could include everything from a human error to damages resulting from flood or water. Viruses can play a role as well, along with many other factors. For many years, the need to recover data that has been lost or destroyed has made data recovery such a very valuable asset. Almost all hard drives can be recovered. Normally, if the drive is m... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Michael Hackett @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 3:01 AM

Quite simply, an automated data backup service will back up and store any or all of your computer data files to a remote location automatically. All you need to do is regulate, via the software control panel, how often you want your files to be backed up. Once installed, it is an easy and worry free process of keeping your files safe and secure. You have control over: 1. The Automated Backup Scheduling: Set the days of the week and times for automated backups to run. By defa... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Phoenix Delray @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 11:47 PM

If you were to look at past statistics regarding the information that has been lost in regards to laptop computers, you would find yourself amazed. Even though this information can be astounding, many of us still do not take the time to back up the information on our laptops To put it in simple terms, nothing in the computer industry is fool proof. Hard drives can crash, the laptop can get stolen, or it can even be dropped and rendered useless. To ensure that we are never left without ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Ken Roberts @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 3:04 PM

Needing to undelete a file means you have joined the ranks of millions of people, who have had that moment where a voice within calls out, 'Oh no, where is that file.' Then, the search begins...and eventually ends in failure. Fortunately, undelete solutions exist to get your data back; and better yet, they are quick, effective, and cheap enough that the recovery is worth the time and effort in doing it. No matter how careful you are in using and saving your data, the day will co... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Eddy Kong @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 12:44 PM

As more and more people uses computer and laptop, there is a constant need for data management. There are more happy people once they know that they can recover their lost data through a data recovery utility. Different reasons for lost data will occur and they can use this easy method to fix them. How to avoid unnecessary stress and hassle? In order to avoid stress and hassles, you may need to use an utility will lighten your burden. After a data recovery disaster, if you still w... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Eddy Kong @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 4:49 AM

There are time where cheap data recovery methods may be useful, but it also can make thing worst than in the beginning. According to the NCSA, this problem will continue to as programmers become more sophisticated and creative when writing viruses. Data recovery is something that will usually require the fixing and rebooting of your computer. Data backup involves the storing of files from your computer in another location. You can try to use various computer hardware as a cheap altern... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Gary Levy @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 12:45 AM

With the digital world ever growing with files getting larger by the second it's about time the world started taking backing up of their data seriously! What if I told you that many people in the world right now are losing thousands due to corrupt data... Shocking? I have been working in the Information Technology (IT) game for many years, I have built a nice client base of company's which rely on me supporting their IT needs. This includes making sure their current backup softw... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Shaun Parker @ Wednesday, 27th February 2008 @ 10:01 AM

The wide range of equipment required to stock your data centre can be extremely daunting. There are so many different products that are available that the uninitiated can very quickly feel overwhelmed by the wealth of options. The range of products that are available for your data centre is also made confusing by the lack of cohesion in the description of the product that you need. The area is littered with a wealth of jargon and confusing terms for items. Often the title that one company will g... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Michael Hackett @ Wednesday, 27th February 2008 @ 8:13 AM

Deciding what information and data files you need to backup online can depend on a few things. The first thing to consider is that most online backup services give you a certain amount of storage either free as a trial, or a limited "starter" account for a small fee. The second thing to consider in choosing what to back up is to ask yourself "what data could you afford to lose if the inevitable actually happened?" While there are many online backup service options to choos... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Ben Matthews @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 10:24 PM

Unlike regular data backup software, Remote Data Backup doesn't send backups to media attached to the computer it is backing up. Instead, Remote Backup uses remote methods such as normal telephone lines or network connections to send the backup to another computer. Fully automated, it typically sends the backup at night so the computers aren't being used. Backups are becoming more and more vital as business depend more upon computers and the data they store. Night after night, many bus... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Connie McAboy @ Sunday, 10th February 2008 @ 7:48 PM

How would your business be affected if there was a fire or flood that completely wiped out your computer system? How long would it take you to recover? Data backup and specifically, remote or online data backup is ABSOLUTELY something that the smart business owner (small or large) should consider and implement. All of the important information on your computer like financial documents, email, digital photos, music and more; for businesses: customer files, accounting programs and files, ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Terry Fitzroy @ Sunday, 10th February 2008 @ 6:48 PM

Have you ever considered buying your own server? There are lots of benefits that come along with having one, and lots of expenses as well. If you are seriously looking at buying servers, I assume you are already acquainted with the cost of having and running one. What you most likely are not familiar with is some of the technical and hardware issues you will likely face when you own your own server, which is why I suggest you look into getting a rack mount server. This type of computer will ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Giorgos Kontopoulos @ Wednesday, 6th February 2008 @ 12:26 AM

Sunday night, tomorrow you have an important presentation to deliver or assignment, then without any warning of any kind your screen freezes, you reboot the system after no response from the keyboard or mouse. No problem the file will be auto saved, hang, what's this message hard disk drive (HDD) not detected ?! gulp, I'll try a reboot, same error! This kind of scenario can make any IT battle hardened user fold on the spot, but it need not be this way. The bad news ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Terry Fitzroy @ Tuesday, 5th February 2008 @ 9:55 PM

What is offsite data storage? If you don't know, you're probably at risk. Offsite data storage is the idea of taking documents, and other data and information that is important to your business or family and storing it in a secure place away from your home, or office in an attempt to have a back up in case of an emergency. Offsite data storage very well may save your entire lively hood should there be a fire, or other unexpected crises. Especially if your computers burn down and your f... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Roberto Sedycias @ Sunday, 3rd February 2008 @ 9:39 AM

We have come a long way from the times when floppy disks were the mode to store and carry data from one computer to another. CD-ROM and DVD`s replaced floppy disks for transporting data but all these were not very handy. Users of computers craved for something which they can carry easily in their pocket and although being small something which can store huge amount of data. The Pen Drives have emerged as a solution to this. Accessing and transporting data has been made quite easier with the use ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Giorgos Kontopoulos @ Friday, 28th December 2007 @ 4:33 AM

Magnetic storage media or hard drive and disks as they are more commonly known today offer almost exponentionialy increasing storage for computer users needs today, such as is required for video, audio and picture files. Adhering to the same footprint and physical size hard drives were first designed with, they have grown massively to currently 1TB (1 Terabyte) for a single hard drive, n relatively short time frames. Moore's law as it is often called which predicts the pace of CPU ... more...

Computers » Data Recovery | By Joe Camarda @ Wednesday, 26th December 2007 @ 3:08 PM

Is a data backup solution part of your computer plans? Do you have a way to protect yourself if something goes wrong with your computer or data? Computers are a useful part of our lives but we don't always protect ourselves from their loss be it fire, theft or hardware failure. We often don't consider how fragile our computer data really is. Do you keep sensitive information on your computer that you would be upset if you lost it? Not sure? Consider this. If I told you that I w... more...