Tape is the model backup technology, providing cost-effective, long-term data storage for all business types and sizes. Despite slower performance, tape fits well into the storage architecture allowing users to store a large volume of data at a reasonable price.

Although the falling price of hard disk is causing many companies to opt for disk-based backup products, tape remains a very viable platform for many archival and disaster recovery applications.

Download this chapter of the Backup All-in-One Guide from SearchStorage.com to learn everything you need to know about tape backup technologies, featuring expert advice and articles, such as:

• What to Know When Choosing and Planning a Centralized Backup System
• The Top Three Mistakes Made When Configuring a Backup Tape Library
• Tape Backup Continues Its Practical Role in Long-Term Storage
• How to Destroy Data on Backup Tapes
• And many more