Why backups are so crucial

SRTMCSE

I sent this article to a bunch of my colleagues. Really shows the importance of verifying and performing test backups -

http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/03/20/lost.data.ap/index.html

Story Highlights
• Computer technician accidentally wiped out huge data file and the backup disk
• File related to state fund which pays dividends to Alaskans from oil revenue
• 70 people worked weekends, overtime for six weeks to re-enter the lost data
• Error cost the state $220,000

Mishra

Our company doesn't believe in backups. It is amazing. 3,500 employee company too.