Selecting backup methods and scheduling regular backups are important aspects
of a system administrator's job. Standard procedures reduce the time necessary
to perform backups and guarantee that the most recent system information is
always available. A regular backup schedule reduces system interruption.
An important part of planning and performing system backups is making sure that
the resources you need are available and well managed. Maintain a supply of
backup media and labels and establish procedures for identifying and retaining
backup media. Examples of these procedures are explained in the pages that
follow.
