Question DATA-13
Do current backups include all operating system software, utilities, security software, application software, and data files necessary for recovery?
| Weight | 20 |
| High Risk | No |
| Required | Yes |
| Compliant Answer | Yes |
Standard Guidance
EDUCAUSE provides no guidance here
Answering "NO"
State plans to include the elements listed in DATA-13 in your backup strategy.
Answering "YES"
Decribe your overall strategy to accomplish these elements.
Reason for Question
The purpose of this question is to define the scope of backup operations and the scope at which a vendor may readily recover when backup restoration is required.
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Follow-up inquiries for backup content scope will be institution/implementation specific.
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