Remote Backup
A remote, online, or managed backup service is a service that provides users with
an online system for backing up and storing computer files. Managed backup providers
are companies that provide this type of service. Online backup systems are typically
built around a client software program that runs on a schedule, typically once a
day. This program collects, compresses, encrypts, and transfers the data to the
remote backup service provider's servers. Other types of product are also available
in the market, such as remote continuous data protection (CDP). Providers of this
type of service frequently target specific market segments. High-end LAN-based backup
systems may offer services such as near-real time transaction-level replication or
open file backups. Consumer online backup companies frequently have beta software
offerings and/or free-trial backup services.