The purpose of the backup is to create a copy of data that can be recovered in the event of a primary data failure. Recovery from a backup typically involves restoring the data to the original location, or to an alternate location where it can be used in place of the lost or damaged data.Ī proper backup copy is stored in a separate system or medium, such as tape, from the primary data to protect against the possibility of data loss due to primary hardware or software failure. This is sometimes referred to as operational recovery.
Backup and recovery describes the process of creating and storing copies of data that can be used to protect organizations against data loss.
