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Internet-Based Backup | Server-Based Backup | CD, DVD, or Disk Backup
FEATURE LIFELINE•DVD™ CD, DVD, or DISK BACKUP
Ease of installation ++++ Easy set up. No software to be installed on user PC's. + May require hardware installation. Software found on user computers not well suited for robust backup.
Ease of ongoing use ++++ Works automatically. + Manual process for each computer.
Performance ++++ Data moves over high speed, high reliability Local Area Network. ++ PC performance degrades during backup
Rapid recovery from data loss +++ Data recovery facilitated through easy-to-use graphical interface and high speed network (up to100 times faster recovery compared to other techniques). + Not all data may be backed up. Only the most recent data may be recovered. Media containing desired data may not be easily identified.
Encryption ++++ Built in and automated. + Optional and often not implemented
Resistance to Internet "hackers" ++++ No file content is accessible over the Internet. ++++ No company data is transmitted or accessible over the Internet.
Durability and longevity of backup media ++++ DVD optical media is the most durable and longest-lived media available today (50+ years). ++++ CD and DVD have excellent data lifetime.
ISO, HIPAA, regulatory, and audit compliance ++++ Easily integrated into a compliance plan. + Most difficult backup strategy to match to compliance requirements
Customer owned solution ++++ LifeLine•DVD owned by the business. All data controlled by the business. +++ Disk drive is attached to the local computer. Data (disks) controlled by the individual user.
Remote support available to facilitate data recovery +++ With permission, IT service provider can access administrator features remotely. - Remote support not available.
Complete backup solution +++ Most complete local network backup solution available. + Tedious and unreliable backup process.
Cost ++++ Cost effective for the professional office computer network. Minimal recurring costs. +++ Cost effective for smaller amounts of data.
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