I am seeing a considerable number of articles lately with titles like “Cloud Storage vs. Online Backup,” and “Which is Best: Cloud Storage or Online Backup?” Many of the articles seem to be written by people with a bias toward one or the other, with most written by authors defending the claim that Cloud Storage […]

Hackers don’t just go after multinationals. Smaller companies are often prime targets for attackers looking to exploit vulnerable security systems, says Kevin B. McDonald, executive vice president of computer network management company Alvaka Networks. Entrepreneurs may also be snagged by hackers who cull through a wide swath of computer IP addresses looking for weaknesses. via […]

All these cheap and free online file sync services like Mozy and Carbonite seem to frighten some RBS Partners. But don’t worry! They’re actually really good for our business. Here’s how you can join them instead of fighting them!

We’re here if you need us. We’ve activated our Online Backup hotsite for FREE use by our Partners in the areas of the U.S. impacted by the current winter storm. This offer is open to any of our current or past Partners, no matter the level of your Maintenance subscripition. We can take your traffic […]

This doesn’t have much to do with Online Backup, but I found it to be interesting – Rc. Many of the Web sites we visit every day are under cyber attack by malicious hackers looking to disrupt business transactions, discourage people from using a particular online service or exact payback for some real or perceived […]

  Following a trend of price reductions, Amazon today announced a significant reduction in price for its S3 and EBS storage services. These services are popular with RBS’ Online Backup Partners.

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The RBackup Upgrade to v11.9.4 is now available for Partners with active Maintenance Subscriptions. To upgrade, log into the Partner’s Portal at http://portal.remote-backup.com and select the Software Updates menu. While you’re in the Portal, take the time to look around at all your valuable new features. Select the Portal Help menu choice for more information.

Most people get Internet service from either a telephone company or a cable company because those providers already provide physical connections to their homes and businesses. A WISP (wireless Internet service provider) doesn’t need to bring wire to your location, making it a good solution for serving rural areas where telcos and cable companies couldn’t […]

Can you spot all the phishing emails that come your way? This study shows that 20% cannot. Try the test yourself! http://blog.fortinet.com/20–of-Your-Organization-is-Falling-for-Phishing-Emails/

  We have added a new Web Files feature to the Partner’s Portal. You can use it to store files that you want to make available on the Web – like graphics for your Email Notifications.