1) What is a backup and why do I need it?
2) What are the advantages and disadvantages of a network?
3) What software do I need for my system?
4) Why do I need Power Protection?

1) What is a backup and why do I need it?
A backup is an additional copy of your data stored on a remote site or extra device such as a tape drive or external hard drive. Remote backup requires high speed internet access.
Why backup: Files can be lost due to accidental deletion by employees, virus infected files that can not be repaired, and file corruption due to system problems. Make sure you periodically run a restore test to make sure the backup works. The time to find out that you have a problem is not after hard drive has died.

2) What are the advantages and disadvantages of a network?
A network allows you to share, files, programs, printers and internet access among numerous users. This access can be enhanced by a wireless network. It will allow you to access your data and devices from any place in your office or home.
The disadvantages are that you may experience disruption in the signal in a wireless network. You may experience some slow down in accessing files over the network because the data is not stored on your hard drive. The additional equipment will require additional safeguards and higher maintenance.

3) What software do I need for my system?
Every system needs virus, spam, pop up blocker, and spyware protection software and a word processing package that you understand how to use. Some system may need a firewall. A hardware firewall is better than a software version. Make sure you get a product is supported by most consultants.

4) Why do I need Power Protection?
In case of a power outage you will not experience any loss of data or problems with your hardware. In the case of a network you may need a UPS or Uninterruptible Power system. It is a battery backup that will keep your system running in case of a power outage or shut it down automatically to protect your system.