Exploring Cold Storage with BigMIND: A Comprehensive Guide Cold storage is a fundamental concept within the BigMIND ecosystem, serving as a cornerstone for efficient data management strategies. In this detailed exploration, we delve into the intricacies of cold storage, examining its mechanisms, types, advantages, and applications within the context of BigMIND’s innovative platform. Understanding Cold […]
Category: Data Management
Remote Restore with BigMIND
Introduction BigMIND provides users with the capability to initiate a data restoration request remotely from any machine through the BigMIND web console. This feature streamlines the data recovery process, allowing administrators to restore data without needing physical access to the user’s device. How to Initiate Remote Restore Request Step 1. Sign in to your BigMIND […]
Back Up Virtual Machine (VM) with BigMIND
Introduction Backing up virtual machines is crucial for ensuring data integrity and continuity in case of hardware failures, software issues, or cyber-attacks. This guide will walk you through the steps to effectively back up your virtual machines using BigMIND, ensuring that your data is secure and easily recoverable. How to Back Up a Virtual Machine […]
Back Up Databases using BigMIND
Introduction BigMIND includes a built-in engine for backing up MS SQL databases (learn more). Additionally, users can back up other types of databases by first creating backups using the default options within their respective management software. These backup files can then be uploaded to the Cloud using the BigMIND desktop application. How to Back Up […]
Back Up Hidden Files and Folders with BigMIND
Introduction By default, the Data Selection window of the BigMIND desktop application does not display hidden files or folders, nor does the BigMIND application include them in the backup process. How to Show Hidden Files/Folders in BigMIND Desktop Application Open the BigMIND desktop application. From BigMIND’s dashboard, click on Settings. From the left-side panel, click […]
BigMIND Smart Selections: Change Supported File Types
Introduction The Smart Selection in BigMIND contains various built-in plugins that can be used to back up some of the most important items on computers. (Learn more) How to Change Supported File Types for Smart Selection Method 1: Using the BigMIND Desktop Application Open the BigMIND desktop application. Click on Data Selection. Refer to the Smart Selections tab. You […]
Manage File Retention (Purge) in BigMIND
Introduction BigMIND offers robust backup features, including the following: Incremental backup with versioning: BigMIND employs incremental backup with versioning, whereby any modifications made to the original files locally will automatically trigger an upload to the Cloud, resulting in the creation of a new version of that modified file. As a result, frequently modified files will […]
Data Deduplication with BigMIND
Definition Within the BigMIND service, data deduplication is an internal process designed to identify duplicate copies of files during the data backup procedure. This functionality operates between the machine(s) hosting the BigMIND application and the BigMIND servers, effectively detecting duplicated files. How BigMIND’s Deduplication Works BigMIND’s deduplication mechanism recognizes previously uploaded files within your BigMIND […]
Delete Files from BigMIND Backup
Introduction BigMIND allows you to permanently delete specific files or folders from your cloud backup. This action frees up cloud storage and ensures that the data will not be re-uploaded to the cloud unless modifications are made locally on your machine. How to Delete Data from BigMIND Cloud Sign in to your BigMIND web […]
BigMIND Smart Selections: Supported File Types and Backup Options
Introduction The Smart Selection in BigMIND contains various built-in plugins that can be used to back up some of the most important items on computers. Mail Scans for the following file types: Office Files Scans for the following file types in your personal Desktop and Documents Windows folders: .doc .docx .dot .dotx .docm .dotm .txt […]