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3-2-1 backup rule explained: A guide to data redundancy

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The 3-2-1 backup rule, popularized by Peter Krogh, provides a framework for data redundancy to prevent data loss. It advises maintaining at least three copies of your data, stored on two different types of media, with one copy kept offsite. This strategy aims to protect against hardware failures, disasters, and cyber threats like ransomware, offering a straightforward approach to data preservation. AI

RANK_REASON The article explains a data backup strategy, which is a practical tool for users.

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3-2-1 backup rule explained: A guide to data redundancy

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Erin Carson) ·

    What is the 3-2-1 rule for backing up your data?

    Make sure your files are safe in the event of a hard drive disaster.

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