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How to Exclude Files and Folders in Image-Based Backup
With MSP360 Backup software, you can exclude files and folders while performing both image-based backup and recovery. In this blog post, you can find the detailed step-by-step guides on using this feature.
How to Resize a Partition During the Restore from Image-Based Backup
MSP360 Backup software comes with a feature allowing to resize NTFS (New Technology File System) partitions while restoring the machine from image-based backup. With this feature, you can maintain the desired volume size regardless of how much space your backup takes. In this blog post, we provide a detailed step-by-step guide on how to resize the partition.
Introducing MSP360 Backup for Mac 1.8
We are constantly working on Mac version of MSP360 Backup and the new version 1.8 is now ready to download! There are some GUI and under-the-hood improvements, alongside with support of S3 compatible cloud storage, Amazon S3 Transfer Acceleration and Amazon S3 China region. We have also included the option to prevent Mac from sleep mode while backup is in progress. Continue reading
Getting Started with B2 Cloud Storage by Backblaze and MSP360 Backup
In this post we explain how to sign up for the B2 Cloud Storage account, connect it with MSP360 Backup and configure a backup plan.
How to Archive Amazon S3 Data to Glacier with MSP360 Backup
Amazon extended its Amazon S3 storage with an option to archive your infrequent data to Amazon S3 Glacier. In this article, we explain how to use Amazon S3 Glacier with MSP360 Backup.
How to Restart Missed Backups Using MSP360 Backup
MSP360 Backup features the option to restart the backups that have missed their schedule. Typically this happens when the computer was turned off. MSP360 Backup allows us to start missed backups as soon as the computer starts or backup service starts.
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How to Set Up Pre-/Post- Actions Using MSP360 Backup
Learn how you can configure Pre- and Post- actions that will run before and after the actual backup runs in MSP360 (CloudBerry) Backup. Continue reading
How to Copy Backup Plans of MSP360 Backup
Some of our users wonder how to copy backup plans. There are a few ways to copy a backup plan of MSP360 Backup. In this post, we describe each of these ways!
How to Switch to Another Edition in MSP360 Backup
As you know MSP360 Backup comes with a single installer in which you can choose an edition that meets your requirements: Desktop, Server, Ultimate and other. Learn more at MSP360 Backup editions.
We always suggest to start with a 15-day trial that allows you to evaluate the product and make a decision as to which edition is your right choice.
This post explains how to switch from one edition to another. Continue reading
How to Restore to Azure VM Using MSP360 Backup
With MSP360 Backup you can recover the server as a cloud virtual machine. Here’s a guide on full server recovery to the Microsoft Azure VM service.
How to Encrypt File Names Using MSP360 Backup
MSP360 Backup is a powerful cross-platform solution that enables you to automate backup and restore processes to various cloud storage services.
In the latest release, we are introducing an option to encrypt file and folder names in the cloud storage for enhanced security. To enable this option, simply select the Encrypt filenames checkbox on the Encryption and Compression step of the Backup Wizard. Continue reading
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