Connected and Hewlett-Packard to provide automated data backup and recovery solution for small businesses; HP bundles DataSafe online backup service software with new generation of the HP Vectra 500 Series PC.FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 30, 1996--Connected Corp., the leading provider of Virtual MIS online backup Using the Web to store copies of data for backup. There are numerous providers on the Internet that charge for storage, and fees are typically based on capacity. Online backup services provide offsite backup, which is essential for disaster recovery. See backup types. and data management services for desktop and notebook computers A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. , today announced that Hewlett-Packard Company is bundling Connected's DataSafe online backup and disaster recovery service on the latest generation of the HP Vectra 500 Series PC. Using DataSafe, HP Vectra 500 Series PC small business users can quickly and easily protect their most valuable business asset: their data. Announced separately today, the second generation of HP Vectra 500 Series PCs, the industry's first PC solution designed specifically for small businesses, has an extended set of features to help users increase productivity, enrich communications and maximize uptime. "The adage that time is money is particularly true for small businesses, which often do not have the time to regularly backup their data," said Eric Cador, general manager of HP's Small Business Computing computing - computer Operation. "The addition of Connected's automated au·to·mate v. au·to·mat·ed, au·to·mat·ing, au·to·mates v.tr. 1. To convert to automatic operation: automate a factory. 2. backup capabilities to the HP Vectra 500 Series PC lets small businesses spend more time managing their businesses rather than on technology." "We are very pleased to be working with HP to help their small business customers automate To turn a set of manual steps into an operation that goes by itself. See automation. a number of critical but time consuming data and system management tasks," said Howard Marson, co-founder and vice president of marketing at Connected Corp. "DataSafe will not only contribute to HP's goals of providing virtual MIS services for HP Vectra 500 Series PC users, but also help deliver high levels of customer satisfaction and increased productivity." DataSafe is the first online backup solution to be bundled by a leading PC manufacturer. A monthly subscription-based service, DataSafe provides daily automated backup via the Internet or Connected's secure, private dial-up network (1) The switched telephone network regulated by government and administered by common carriers. Also called "plain old telephone system" (POTS) and "public switched telephone network" (PSTN). (2) A network that can be accessed remotely via analog modems or ISDN. . DataSafe is a time-saving, convenient, more reliable and secure alternative to traditional backup methods such as tape or floppy disks. All other PC backup software See backup program. (tool, software) backup software - Software for doing a backup, often included as part of the operating system. Backup software should provide ways to specify what files get backed up and to where. typically must backup entire files, even when only small changes have been made to large files such as contact management or financial databases. Using its patent-pending Delta Block technology, DataSafe backs up only those changes made to each file since the last backup, significantly reducing backup time, network traffic and cost. Between Delta Block and compression, daily file sizes needing to be backed up via modem are reduced by as much as 100:1. Other unique features of the DataSafe service include: -- Automated intelligent file selection for the first and each subsequent backup -- Saving every version of a file -- Ability to backup network drives -- Ability to backup every desktop on a LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. , even if they share a single modem or Internet connection -- Completely mirrored secure operations centers The facility or location on an installation, base, or facility used by the commander to command, control, and coordinate all crisis activities. See also base defense operations center; command center. for fault-tolerant operation -- Robust line management including automatic reconnect on line drop, restarting transfers from within a file on line drop, and automatic reconnect to the alternate operations center if the primary center is busy -- 56-bit DES encryption The reversible transformation of data from the original (the plaintext) to a difficult-to-interpret format (the ciphertext) as a mechanism for protecting its confidentiality, integrity and sometimes its authenticity. Encryption uses an encryption algorithm and one or more encryption keys. (40-bit DES for export) of all files before they are transmitted via modem to Connected's secure operations centers; encryption passwords are never sent over a network or stored on Connected's servers -- 24 hour a day, 7 day a week automated restore capability -- Enabling remote file access and sharing between users, between home and office computers and between desktop and notebook computers -- Ability to generate a CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). containing all of the user's files for disaster recovery and archiving In addition to providing reliable and secure daily off-site backup, the DataSafe technology will be a key enabler of new Virtual MIS services such as notifying end-users of the availability of new software and driver upgrades, and automatically updating systems upon end-user requests. All HP Vectra 500 Series PC users get a free 30 day trial of the DataSafe backup service, which can easily be launched from the Start menu. After the free trial period, the subscription-based service costs $14.95 per month, which covers daily, automatic incremental backups See backup types. (operating system) incremental backup - A kind of backup that copies all files which have changed since the date of the previous backup. The first backup of a file system should include all files - a "full backup". Call this level 0. of up to 15 new megabytes worth of new files and file changes each month. Once the data is transferred to Connected's secure operations centers, there is no additional fee associated with storing the data. There is also no additional fee for restoring files. Archival CD-ROM's containing all of the user's data on a single CD are available for $24.95 and can be ordered and generated automatically, as frequently as the user desires. Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 110,800 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year. Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.hp.com. Connected Corp. is an emerging leader in designing, developing and operating Virtual MIS online backup and data management services for business PC users and consumers. Venture-backed by Hambrecht & Quist, Applied Technology, Inc., SOFTBANK Holdings Inc. and Solstice solstice (sŏl`stĭs) [Lat.,=sun stands still], in astronomy, either of the two points on the ecliptic that lie midway between the equinoxes (separated from them by an angular distance of 90°). Capital, Connected is a privately-held company founded in October of 1995. The company is headquartered in Framingham, Mass. and can be reached at 508-270-0035. Information about Connected and its products and services can also be found on the Web at http://www.connected.com. CONTACT: Copithorne & Bellows bellows, expansible, gas-tight chamber used to pump or store a gas. One of the simplest and most familiar types of bellows is the manual one used for providing a forced draft to a fire. The expansible chamber consists of a leather bag with pleated sides. Lisa Hahn/Jon Bornstein, 617/450-4300 lisa.hahn@cbpr.com jonb@cbpr.com or Connected Corp. Howard Marson, 508/270-0035 howard@connected.com |
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