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What backup Solution do you think is the best (NOT SOHO) for SMB/Enterprise?

Asked by: whatisthesolution

Looking on investing in a new backup solution for our company, i'm currently looking at NET BACKUP ENTERPRISE SERVER and Acronis True Image 9.1 Enterprise Server.The solution should also be able to do remote backup for our clients/branch offices.We do not wish to use a tape any more, but will a use hard disk solution instead. (price is so low on hard drive storage, that as of today it's a good economic stable solution)   I think it would be nice to know from you experts what you and your company prefers/thinks is the best and what your cons/pros is.  I would be happy if you also could help me with the 2 solutions i mentioned with pros/cons. I will looking forward to hear form you guys what you think is the killer app for backup.
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2007-01-06 at 04:49:00ID22113260
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