Backup Service for COE Computers Improved with New Software - February 7, 2011

Backing up computer files is one of those things that seems like too much trouble to deal with. That is, until an entire database is wiped out with a single, errant click. (Yes, this happened to me.)

Fortunately, we have the perfect solution for this problem here at the College of Education. The Learning Technology Center Technical and Network Services team provides a backup service for all college owned computers. All you have to do is request this service and your backup worries are over!

This service got even better recently with the installation of new software, CrashPlan PRO. Among its benefits:

• After the initial full backup, any changed files are backed up every 10 minutes.
• Laptops can now be backed up over any Internet connection.
• Users can find and restore their own files with the easy-to-use interface.
• Data transfer encryption secures all files.
• All data is backed up weekly to an off-campus site, protecting it from Sánchez Building disasters.

But remember, you must first request this great service. So send a message to help@edb.utexas.edu and request the backup service today!

—Laurie Caldwell, LTC Communications Coordinator