Availability Flashcards

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Availability

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Ensures that information, systems, and resources are accessible and operational when needed by authorized users

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Why do we value availablity

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To ensure business continuity, maintaining customer trust, upholding an organization’s reputation

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How to maximize availablity

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Through REDUNDANCY

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Redundancy

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Duplication of critical components or functions of a system with the intention of enhancing its reliablity

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Different types of Redundancy

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Server, Data, Network, and Power

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Server Redundancy

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Involves using multiple servers in a load balanced or failover configuration so that if one is overloaded or fails, the other servers can take over the load to continue supporting your end users

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Data Redundancy

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Involves storing data in multiple places

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Network Redundancy

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Ensures that if one network path fails, the data can travel through another route

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Power Redundancy

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Involves using backup power sources, like generators and UPS systems

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