Most data loss is not caused by hardware failures, but by user error. Sometimes data is accidentally deleted, other times data is placed in an area of the computer or server where it is not easily found. Ensuring safe, timely backup of data. Data Organization is Key The following data organization concepts can apply to desk top and portable computers as well as network servers. Secure your server directories.
Many users have free reign to create and delete directories and data on existing networks.
Removing the ability to create directories on the network is an excellent first step in keeping the server organized. It's obvious that the ability to delete can do serious damage, and ability to create a directory anywhere on a server can be just as damaging. It is much easier to find data in a tightly defined user or group directory rather than search the entire server. Work towards data organization. The only accessible areas to end-users should be in the user and group data area.