Today is #WorldBackupDay, a day to remember that backing up your data is essential.
Data loss can happen to anyone; when it does, the consequences can be severe.
In this thread, we'll highlight real-world data loss stories and backup tips.
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Data loss can happen to anyone; when it does, the consequences can be severe.
In this thread, we'll highlight real-world data loss stories and backup tips.
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RAID combines hard drives in a setup, but not all systems protect against total failure.
A separate copy of the key would've probably avoided this.
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After losing the USB stick, he attempted to retrieve the lost data through the lab's backup system, but he discovered that mounted drives were not automatically backed up.
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A power surge wiped out both a computer and the connected backup drive. With no cloud backup in place, the family lost all of their digital photos.
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The company paid the ransom, yet never received the decryption key, as the hacker was arrested. Recovery cost $50k.
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Luckily, a technical director working from home saved the entire project as they had a personal copy.
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This is a sobering reminder that even priceless history can disappear if you don’t actively preserve it.
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