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='''Backup What'''=
what is What are data files, and what is are system files
*'''System Files:''' Files from the installation source, usually default files put on by the installation media in order for the system to work as intended.
='''Backup How'''=
what What programs to backup, and how to automate it. *'''Full Backup:''' Use an image creation/restoration program such as Ghost or Clonezilla in order to make a full backup of the server.**'''Pro's:''' Full backup in case of server issues, including OS, System Settings, and Data.**'''Con's:''' Backup is only as useful as of the last backup time, large footprint with questionably useful data stored. *'''Partial Backup:''' Save only the important data such as System Settings and Data.**'''Pro's:''' Small footprint with only important data stored.**'''Con's:''' Requires additional steps such as recovery of the system and OS, as well as reloading System Settings and Data onto the server.
='''Backup Where'''=
what What is the most convient media to backup to. *'''DVD'''**'''Pro's''' Cheap material and easily expandable.**'''Con's''' Limited shelf life even in perfect conditions, limited space, easier to damage. *'''Flash'''**'''Pro's''' Cheap material and easy to add on to. Fairly difficult to damage.**'''Con's''' Limited read/write cycles, size limitations. *'''USB Drive'''**'''Pro's''' Largest capacity. Fairly difficult to damage.**'''Con's''' Moderatly expensive depending on size.
='''Backup When'''=
regular Regular intervals, user specified, or no suggestion on amahi's part at all, let the user take care of it.
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