[dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups

Steve Erbach erbachs at gmail.com
Tue Jan 12 11:26:50 CST 2010


Max,

Well, that's a good question.  Apparently there *IS* a difference.  Casper
and Acronis sell versions specifically for servers.

Steve Erbach
Neenah, WI

On Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 11:19 AM, Max Wanadoo <max.wanadoo at gmail.com> wrote:

> Why is a  server any different?
>
> Max
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com
> [mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Steve Erbach
> Sent: 12 January 2010 17:11
> To: Discussion of Hardware and Software issues
> Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups
>
> Rocky,
>
> On individual workstations I'm sure that just about ANY clone/image-type
> program works just fine.  It's on a SERVER that the problems crop up.
>
> >> this place sounds like an idea opportunity to get your foot in the
> door by doing a lot of pro bono stuff for them. <<
>
> If I knew something substantive about Windows Server maybe that would be
> true.  This backup thing defeats me.
>
> >> How's the job hunt going? <<
>
> Nada.  I've officially applied for 94 jobs since I was downsized.  In 35
> days it'll be one year since that event.  I'm more-or-less operating as a
> sole proprietor again with two of my oldest clients keeping food on the
> table.  The big question mark, of course, is what to do if a health
> emergency happens.  No insurance to somewhat offset the possible huge
> financial burden.  In a few months we'll be able, maybe, to afford private
> insurance to cover serious hospitalization.
>
> Regards,
>
> Steve Erbach
> Neenah, WI
>
>



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