1.9 File Backup and Recovery

Question 1

_ describe the process of creating and storing copies of data that can be used to protect individuals and organizations against data loss.

Answer 1

Backup and recovery

Question 2

_ is sometimes referred to as operational recovery.

Answer 2

Backup and recovery

Question 3

_ is a digital copy of your most important information such as photos, health records, assignments, academic records and other credentials.

Answer 3

A backup

Question 4

A backup is a _ copy of your most important information such as photos, health records, assignments, academic records and other credentials.

Answer 4

digital

Question 5

T/F
A backup can be saved to an internal storage device or the cloud.

Answer 5

False, it’s external

Question 6

T/F
A 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 secondary hardware or software failure.

Answer 6

False, it’s due to primary data failure

Question 7

_ is a precautionary measure so that your data is accessible in case it is lost, stolen or damaged.

Answer 7

Backing up

Question 8

List the 5 steps to backup a file.

Answer 8

1. Ensure your external storage device is plugged in. Click on Start, and then click on the Settings icon, or type settings on Type here to search the textbox.
2. Select Update and Security among the options given.
3. Click Backup in the left column.
4. Select your backup removable drive from your computer.
5. The file will be copied to the specified format.

Question 9

_ is the process of copying backed-up data from a secondary location and restoring it to its original device or a new device.

Answer 9

Restoring

Question 10

T/F
The purpose of the backup is to create a copy of data that we use to recover in the event of a secondary data failure.

Answer 10

False, it’s a primary data failure

Question 11

_ can be the result of hardware or software failure, data corruption or a human-caused event, such as a malicious attack (virus or malware) or accidental deletion of data.

Answer 11

Primary data failures

Question 12

T/F
Backup copies allow data to be restored from an earlier point in time to help the business recover from a planned event.

Answer 12

False, it’s not a planned event