Many people use a cloud synchronization service (like DropBox) to sync our files and data between computers. Some of us think that this also constitues a backup of our data, but that is not really correct. Data syncronization is not the same as backup, and SmallBizTechnology.com has 8 tips to help you see the difference between the two. To really protect your data, try NerdsBackup!

Read all 8 Tips: http://smallbiztechnology.com/archive/2011/12/synchronization-is-not-backup-confused-read-these-8-helpful-tips.html/.

According to a recent Business Insider article, 40% of small and mid-sized businesses do not have a data backup strategy and solution in place. Business Insider did a survey of their readers, and found that 40% of them used a cloud-based backup service like NerdsBackup. 47% did backup to a local backup device, such as a USB drive, which does offer a small glimmer of protection, but not much. You can read the article here: http://read.bi/tPxFba.

If your business is to survive a hardware failure, a cloud backup solution is critical. On-site data backups do not protect your business from theft, fire, flood or any other major disaster. Contact our team today to learn more about NerdsBackup and how we can protect your business!

Question:
I have a large number of files and folders that use very long names and these names have to be shortened. If I change the names of these files and folders how does NerdsBackup handle this?

Answer:
If you change the folder name, the folder name is not going to be changed to the new name. However, if you add more files into the renamed folder, it will create another folder in the web portal and any new files add into the folder will be under the newly renamed folder. The renamed folder will not contain the previous files. It will just have the files that are newly added.

If you changed the name of the file, then it will create another backup of the same file but different name. You can run the Cleanup wizard to remove those duplicated files.

What would you do if a disaster happened?

When people mention they have backups, we ask them if they have an OFFSITE/Online backup. Most don’t – and once we remind them about Fire/Flood/Theft, and How INEXPENSIVE Nerds Backup ($1.50 per GB) is compared to losing all their files…they’re eager to sign up!

In regards to security concerns, your files are protected using 448 bit Blowfish Encryption before they leave your PC. This extremely secure “bank grade”encryption algorithm has never been cracked. Your files are then stored in this encrypted state at our secure data center. This means that each user also gets a unique encryption key tied to their username and password. This encryption key ensures that while your data is securely stored at our data center, only you have access to your data. In fact, even our most privileged systems administrators do not have the ability to decrypt your data.

Your data is kept in a state-of-the-art data centre alongside the systems of several major banks. This highly secure physical infrastructure includes the latest in biometric authentication, video surveillance and round-the-clock security officers. Your data is stored at one of Acpana’s data centres and only you have access. All data stored at the data centre and any communication with the data centre is two-way encrypted.

More information about our security methods and FAQs can be found on our website.
All clients should have their data backed up! We encourage you to try Nerds Backup for free for 14 days! If you have any questions, feel free to ask via email (backupservice@nerdsonsite.com), phone, Twitter, or Facebook!

Both the QuickBooks Company File (.QBW) and the QuickBooks backup (.QBB) should be selected for backup by NerdsBackup.

If a QuickBooks Company File (.QBW) becomes corrupt then it is possible that the corrupted file will be backed up by NerdsBackup. The built in backup feature of the QuickBooks program will verify the integrity of the Company File before it creates a backup and if corruption is found it will correct it. Save this backup file (.QBB) to a local folder selected for backup by NerdsBackup. This will ensure the integrity of the Company File.

It is recommended that you configure QuickBooks to create a local backup each time the program is closed.

This procedure is recommended for all database programs that have a built in backup feature. Simply Accounting, for example, functions very similarly in this respect.

More detailed information about this topic is found at:
http://mydata.nerdsbackup.com/Support/EN/quickbooks.aspx

More information about NerdsBackup can be found at the following two websites:
http://mydata.nerdsbackup.com/Support/
https://mydata.nerdsbackup.com/Support/EN/Reseller/

This topic is covered in all NerdsBackup Training Classes. If you are a new Nerd, this course is mandatory. If you have not taken the class in quite some time I would encourage you to take the class again to refresh your memory. This class is free.

[this post is from Mike Duffy, Nerds On Site Calgary]

Statistics show that if you have a laptop,there is a 1 in 14 chance that it will be stolen.

A recent study also showed that if a business losses it’s core data from Hardware or software malfunction it takes 19 days and over $17,000 to re-enter 20 megabtyes of data, that doesn’t include any accounting records which can add 21 days of work and over $19,000 in costs.

This adds up to millions of dollars worth of property and information stolen or lost.

Just like car and home insurance, proper back up, such as our NerdsBackUp solution, among others, insures your electronic information is safe from loss and/or damage.

Don’t risk experiencing the tragic feeling of losing vital business information and treasured personal family photos and memories, when you can avoid it with an off-site backup solution.

[Chris Rose from Newfoundland, CA contributed to this post]

“I had a client call this morning. He had been working on a Word document on Friday evening and somehow managed to save a blank document over the original document of 135 pages. We were able to log into the Nerds Backup system and retrieve the most recent version from late Thursday night. This saved my client from having to retype 60 pages of work from a backup he had placed on a flash drive approximately a month ago.”

Are you backing up your data on a regular basis, or even better, using an off-site, automatic system like Nerds Backup to provide you this same peace of mind in case something is deleted, misplaced, or becomes corrupted or damaged? Take a look at the Nerds Backup website. If it doesn’t suite your needs, there are many others that surely will, including Carbonite, Mozy, BackBlaze, among others. Find  one that you like and let it backup your data automatically, so you’ll never have to worry about data loss again. We can’t stress the importance of this enough!

KineticD recently released an update for the NerdsBackup program which caused NerdsBackup to stop and the Start Service button not to work.  Only clients who have Block Out hours enabled are affected.

An update to resolve this issue was quickly released but it will be necessary to force the update (on affected machines only) by doing the following:

1. Double Click on the Diamond Shaped NerdsBackup Icon.

2. Click on Options

3. Go to Block Out Tab

4. Take off all Block Out hours

5. Shutdown NerdsBackup

6. Restart NerdsBackup

7. Hit Start Service button

8. The software will request update

9. Choose Block Out hours again

We apologise for any inconvenience that this has caused.  For further assistance with this or anything else related to NerdsBackup please email backupservice@nerdsonsite.com.

[this post is from Nerd James Keenleyside-Richter]

Here are some questions the head of our Nerds Backup team has received, and the answers. If you have any questions, please contact your Nerd or you can email backupservice@nerdsonsite.com

How can clients with laptops access files from the online backup and then upload them to the same place?

NerdsBackup has a remote desktop tool for client to download from their portal on NerdsBackup..  This is a tool that is SECURLY  routed through KineticD’s server.

Nerdsbackup Remote Access – Access and Share Your Files From Anywhere
Whether it’s a lost file or one you simply need at an unexpected time, you can instantly access it from anywhere. In fact, your entire backed-up catalogue is always a few clicks away. If you need access to applications, files and devices on your PC, you can work with them from another PC anytime and anywhere there is an Internet connection.

Sharing Files is Simple and Safe
You can securely access and share your stored files online, as well as provide permission-based access to suppliers and partners. Just give people passwords and allow them to choose files or folders you’ve selected specifically for them. Sharing files with team members is easy, and large files can be shared via a link, rather than large email attachments that jam inbox space.

Access Your PC From Anywhere
It’s just like working on your computer, but now with you can use applications, files and devices on your PC from another PC anytime and anywhere there is an Internet connection. Nerdsbackup Remote Access is also ideal for service providers and IT support professionals that need to access a user’s desktop without the complication of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or taking the time to go on-site.

[from Nerd Nathan Wood. He is a Nerd based in Sarnia, Ontario and can be reached at nathan.wood@nerdsonsite.com]

pictured: Nathan Wood and James Keenleyside-Richter.

Just spent the evening (Feb 1o/2011) with James Keenleyside-Richter at a Sarnia Sting Vs. London Knights hockey game here in Sarnia. James negotiated a table just inside the main entrance where we were able to set up shop and sing the praises of Nerding and NerdsBackup to the people of Sarnia as they arrived to watch some hockey.

I think we made some good contacts this evening.

Thanks so much James for having me come out with you.