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6 steps to help reduce data loss: 1. Always back up your data - you should create a structured back up strategy and should consistently back up your files. Some data is critical, so you may be required to schedule a back up every day.

6 steps to help reduce data loss: 2. Diversify your backups - ideally, your data should be backed up on at least 2 different formats, for example in the cloud and on a hard drive. There should also be an off-site backup in the event of damage being caused to your office.

6 steps to help reduce data loss: 3. Encrypt sensitive data - data is not always encrypted on a backup tape. Invest in a backup system that automatically encrypts all backups to ensure that no one can access your data even if they manage to obtain it.

6 steps to reduce data loss: 4. Address data security - mobile devices are powerful business tools but they can leave your data vulnerable. Ensure your devices can be wiped if they are lost with a remote device management system and use devices that encrypt data.

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6 steps to help reduce data loss: 5. Use anti-virus and email security - email threats such as hacking, phishing or ransomware can be some of the biggest threats to data. Use a thorough anti-virus and security system and educate staff to prevent this.

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6 steps to help reduce data loss: 6. Trust the professionals - data is too valuable to be left alone. If you lose data, do not try and recover it using any type of diagnostic tools. This may cause further damage. Instead, work with a trusted data recovery expert.

8 ways to prevent a cyber attack: 1. Encrypt data - all PC's and personal information stored on servers should be encrypted. this is the best way to protect against hackers gaining access to sensitive data.

8 ways to prevent a cyber attack: 2. Invest in a cyber insurance policy - if you do experience a cyber-breach, a solid cyber insurance policy will cover your losses and costs to repair the damage.

8 ways to prevent a cyber attack: 2. Use patches - all it takes is a tiny hole in your system fir hackers to poke their way in. It's critical to run regular scans of your security system and all software to keep them updated with patches.

8 ways to prevent a cyber attack: 4. Don't ignore physical security - just as you wouldn't leave your keys in the ignition of your car, you shouldn't leave ID badges, credit cards, personnel and financial files lying around. Staff should be trained to keep these items on them.