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July 29, 2026 — 6 min read
Ransomware protection: how endpoint security and backup work together
July 29, 2026 — 6 min read
Ransomware protection: how endpoint security and backup work together
According to Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report, ransomware was the primary method used in 24% of data breaches in 2023. To protect sensitive data, companies must implement proactive measures for ransomware protection. Understanding the nature of ransomware attacks is essential for developing effective prevention and recovery strategies.
April 05, 2019 — 6 min read
10 Cloud Software SaaS Solutions You Need to Know
April 05, 2019 — 6 min read
10 Cloud Software SaaS Solutions You Need to Know
For organizations of all sizes, cloud software represents an astonishing opportunity to thrive and expand. So much so, in fact, that the RightScale 2018 State of the Cloud Survey finds 96 percent of survey respondents now use cloud-based software with 81 percent implementing a multi-cloud strategy.
March 30, 2019 — 5 min read
Seamless V2P Backup and Restore
March 30, 2019 — 5 min read
Seamless V2P Backup and Restore
Today's increasingly complex IT environments demand more sophisticated virtual-to-physical (V2P) backup solutions than ever.
March 21, 2019 — 1 min read
What You Need to Test Acronis Backup 12.5 on Microsoft Azure
March 21, 2019 — 1 min read
What You Need to Test Acronis Backup 12.5 on Microsoft Azure
When Acronis announced Acronis Backup 12.5 recently, we invited people to test our new data protection technology before the official release.
March 15, 2019 — 9 min read
Cloud Services Comparison 2020
March 15, 2019 — 9 min read
Cloud Services Comparison 2020
When you were shopping for cars, you knew you wanted something good for the environment but also something affordable. A Tesla was too expensive, but a traditional car has too large a carbon footprint. So, you chose a hybrid vehicle. The same approach works for storing digital assets. You want a data solution that protects your data environment but is also cost effective. For many organizations, a secure hybrid cloud provides a solution. Now that you've decided to use a hybrid solution, you need to do a cloud service providers comparison to determine which best meets your needs and budget.
March 14, 2019 — 4 min read
My computer keeps shutting down. What's wrong?
March 14, 2019 — 4 min read
My computer keeps shutting down. What's wrong?
Does your computer repeatedly reboot at random or randomly shut down and won't start again for several minutes? There might be several reasons why this occurs, but overheating should be your prime suspect.
March 14, 2019 — 3 min read
My Computer Is Running Hot. What Should I Do?
March 14, 2019 — 3 min read
My Computer Is Running Hot. What Should I Do?
First of all, taking the side of the case off a computer that is running hot will usually make the problem worse. Heat is the deadly enemy of electronic components. In extreme cases the computer will crash if it gets too hot. Even if it doesn't crash, overheating drastically shortens the life of components such as processors and hard drives.
March 01, 2019 — 6 min read
The growing two-headed threat: cryptojackers paired with ransomware
March 01, 2019 — 6 min read
The growing two-headed threat: cryptojackers paired with ransomware
While 2016 and the early part of 2017 were a peak period for devastating ransomware attacks, the end of 2017 saw another threat become the number one headache for home users and businesses – illicit cryptomining.
February 19, 2019 — 5 min read
The Best Google Drive Alternatives for Data Backup
February 19, 2019 — 5 min read
The Best Google Drive Alternatives for Data Backup
Google Drive is a personal cloud storage service from Google that lets you store and synchronize digital content across computers, laptops, and mobile devices, including Android tablets and smartphone devices. It’s a great product – it currently offers 15 GB of cloud storage for free, which can be increased to 100 GB with a monthly subscription.
February 06, 2019 — 5 min read
How to Install Acronis Backup 12.5 on a Linux VM
February 06, 2019 — 5 min read
How to Install Acronis Backup 12.5 on a Linux VM
If you’re familiar with Linux or use Linux at work or at home, you may like to test Acronis Backup 12.5 on a Linux server.
February 06, 2019 — 4 min read
How to Create Windows and Linux Virtual Machines (VM) on Microsoft Azure
February 06, 2019 — 4 min read
How to Create Windows and Linux Virtual Machines (VM) on Microsoft Azure
You only need one virtual machine to test the main functionality of Acronis Backup 12.5. However, if you wish to test groups, user roles, and other advanced features, you’ll need more.
February 06, 2019 — 3 min read
How to Add a Windows Server to an Existing Acronis Backup 12.5 Cluster
February 06, 2019 — 3 min read
How to Add a Windows Server to an Existing Acronis Backup 12.5 Cluster
To add a new Windows server to an existing backup cluster, you need to log in to your Acronis Backup Management server from this machine and download and install a backup client.
January 15, 2019 — 4 min read
Agent vs Agentless Backup: Why it Matters
January 15, 2019 — 4 min read
Agent vs Agentless Backup: Why it Matters
Agent-based backup is a proven technique for safeguarding physical servers.