cloud backup

Online data copy

Cloud backup is copying data to remote servers accessed via the internet, protecting against local hardware failure, theft, or disaster.

Unlike physical backup drives kept on-site, cloud backup stores files offsite with a service provider: I set up automatic cloud backup so I won't lose everything if my laptop dies.

The term encompasses both consumer services for photos and documents and enterprise solutions for entire systems.

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Used worldwide · Everyday, not technical · Rated G