PC ReVive http://www.pcreviveohio.com Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:35:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 The Dangers of Using Outdated/Manual Data Storage Methods As Your Primary Data Backup Solution. http://www.pcreviveohio.com/business-computer-tips/the-dangers-of-using-outdatedmanual-data-storage-methods-as-your-primary-data-backup-solution/ http://www.pcreviveohio.com/business-computer-tips/the-dangers-of-using-outdatedmanual-data-storage-methods-as-your-primary-data-backup-solution/#comments Wed, 04 May 2011 21:36:35 +0000 PCReVive http://www.pcreviveohio.com/?p=45 A common problem among small- and medium-sized businesses is a lack of a comprehensive and reliable data backup solution for their vital information assets. Many times we see business owners using manual methods, such as burning CDs or backing up to portable storage devices. This is risky business when considering the cost your company can face with lost time, money, and, in the case of complete failure or disaster, the permanent loss of critical data.

The Solution?

The first step is research. There are many server-based solutions available to you. The key is to find the right fit for your organization. You can request the assistance of your trusted computer consulting firm or go online and conduct your investigations yourself. One solution to consider is a storage area network (SAN), because of the flexible, networked storage infrastructure SAN provides. This decouples storage devices from their respective servers, preventing permanent data loss and securing your data assets in the event of a disaster.

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The first thing you will want to do is run your anti-virus software to check for a malware infection. If no infection is found, then the next step is to determine which software program on your computer is causing the hangup.

While there is no quick fix that guarantees you will find the faulty program on your own, one option you have is to review the programs that are set to auto-start when you turn your computer on. Here’s what to do:

Click the START button and type msconfig into your search box.
Click the START-UP tab. This tab will show you all the programs that are set to auto-start with your computer.
Go through the list of programs with a checkmark and uncheck the ones that you know for sure do not need to startup with your computer (e.g. – AIM, Quicktime, etc.).
After you have made your changes, save them and restart the computer.

CAUTION: Changing your startup configuration can negatively impact your computer’s functionality if you deselect a critical process that is needed to run. Only make changes that you are 100% certain about. You are welcome to call us if you are not sure and we will be happy to assist you.

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