Data loss

Data loss

1. Hardware/system malfunctions

   • Power failure
     • Regular backups
     • UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)
   • Physical damage of the device
     • Take care when handling devices

2. Human error

   • Accidental deletion
     • Use file recovery system
   • Misplacement of data
     • Make an organized storage system
   • Closing a file without saving the changes
     • Use autosave

3. Software corruption

   • Data corruption
     • Regular backups

4. Natural disasters

   • Save data on a cloud
   • Regular backups

5. Malicious activity

   • Computer viruses
     • Regular backups
     • Store data in multiple locations
     • Use antivirus software
   • Outsiders trying to gain, delete or alter the information
     • Firewall
     • Multiple storing locations
     • Use of authentication (passwords, biometrics etc.)