Unit 03: LO 2 - 2.5 - Perform a Backup

Remember to capture screenshots of the process you take with the installation 

Follow these instructions to install all Roles and Features for the trial copy of Windows Server 2019

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Performing a backup in line with a proper plan is similar to doing a fire drill at school. You have to know what to do and how to do it before the actual emergency happens. Here's a simple backup plan you can execute, assuming you are aiming for a role that involves such tasks.

Backup Plan

Files to be Backed Up

• Employee records

• Sales data for the past 6 months

• Website source code

• Email databases

Frequency of Backup Schedule

• Employee records: Weekly

• Sales data: Daily

• Website source code: Monthly

• Email databases: Daily

Appropriate Backup Location

• Employee records: Offsite cloud storage

• Sales data: On a local SSD in the office and an offsite cloud storage

• Website source code: Offline on an external SSD and offsite cloud storage

• Email databases: Offsite cloud storage

Backup Steps

Note: The following steps are hypothetical; in a real-world scenario, these would depend on the actual technology and tools used.

• Identify the Data Sources: Make sure you know where all the files you need to backup are located.

• Check Disk Space: Before you start, make sure there's enough space in the destination drive or cloud storage.

• Execute Backup:

  • For local backups, you can use backup software that comes with your operating system. Select the files you need and choose the local SSD as the destination.

  • For cloud backups, log into the cloud service and follow the prompts to upload your files. You can often schedule these to run automatically.

• Verify Backup:

  • For local backups, navigate to the SSD and make sure all files appear as they should.

  • For cloud backups, log into your cloud account and verify that the uploaded files are accessible.

• Apply Encryption: If needed, apply encryption to sensitive data.

• Test Restore: Once the backup is done, restore a sample file to make sure everything is working as expected.

• Document the Backup: Make a record of what was backed up, when, and where it was stored. This is your 'receipt' for the backup process.

Tips

• Always have more than one backup if possible.

• Rotate your backups to ensure you have the most current data secured.

Performing a backup may seem like an extra chore, but it's crucial for protecting valuable data, much like keeping a spare key can save you a lot of trouble if you ever lose your primary key. Good luck with your network technician endeavors!