• Offers the first comprehensive reference on the topic of backup systems for both UNIX and Windows NT
• Provides a complete tutorial on the general topic of data backup systems along with a detailed, step-by-step guide for planning and full implementation of backup systems
• Authors include personal tips and strategic and tactical advice gained from many company implementations
• Uses VERITAS NetBackup product to illustrate backup system functions

Contents

• Introduction

• Introduction to Backup and Recovery in the Enterprise Environment
  • Backup and Recovery System Requirements Explained
  • Business Requirements of Backup Systems
  • An Introduction to NetBackup

• Backup Product Tutorial
  • Evaluating Storage Media requirements
  • General Discussion on Configuration
  • Monitoring the Backup Process
  • Evaluating Other Backup-Related Features and Options
  • General Troubleshooting Tips
  • The Expanding Backup System

• The Enterprise Impact of Backup Systems
  • The Future of Backup
  • Major Players in the Backup Arena

• Appendices
• Index