Don't cry over spilled milk . . . unless it's in your hard drive

Life gets messy, and when it comes to safeguarding your data, sometimes you’re your own worst enemy.

this kid might spill milk on the computer he probably will

Here comes trouble

Luckily, ITS offers several different backup and storage solutions to help protect your files in sticky situations. You should backup your files regularly to reduce the risk of data loss in the event your computer is damaged, lost, suffers from a virus, or undergoes significant maintenance, such as an upgrade to your operating system, like the upcoming mandatory Windows 10, version 1809 upgrade.

Cloud file storage

If you want to store your files far, far out of harm’s reach, consider the cloud.

Box
Box cloud storage and collaboration is available to WCM students, staff and faculty at no additional cost. Box offer unlimited storage, and allows you to access your content anywhere, anytime, on any device. Note that Box should not be used to store your high-risk data. Read more on the Box service catalog page.  

OneDrive – Beta
Recently launched at WCM, Microsoft OneDrive lets you store (up to 1TB), share, and collaborate on files in the cloud, saving your valuable hard drive space. OneDrive is the preferred method for storing WCM high-risk data, like PHI and PII. In this beta launch it can be used to share files with Weill Cornell Medicine students, staff, and faculty. Learn more on the OneDrive service catalog page.

Backup and Security 

CrashPlan by Code42
ITS offers Code 42’s CrashPlan as a backup and security solution that runs automatic updates of your data, protecting your files in case of an unexpected event - like hardware malfunction, ransomware, theft, or a breakfast gone wrong. You can find more information and user guides on the Code42 service catalog page. CrashPlan offers:

  • Automatic backups. CrashPlan runs automatic, silent backups of your files, continuously protecting data created and stored on desktops and laptops. You can use it on up to four devices. 
  • Self-restore data in minutes. Just one click of a button restores files to the device of your choice. 
  • 24/7 access. Get to your files anytime, anywhere.
  • Unlimited space. You can back up as much data as you want, including PHI and PII-related data

Interested? Visit myHelpesk and submit a request for CrashPlan. WCM faculty and staff can use CrashPlan for a little over $4 a month ($50/year). 

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, an annual collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure we have the resources you need to maintain your security online. Throughout October, we’ll be sending you tips on protecting your information and avoiding malicious attempts to extract your personal data. View this month's tips.

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