data backup

[/ˈdeɪtə ˈbækʌp/]
nounpl: data backups
cópia de segurança de dados
1. A copy of computer data stored separately from the original to protect against data loss
We perform a daily data backup to ensure we don't lose important files.
Realizamos uma cópia de segurança de dados diariamente para garantir que não percamos arquivos importantes.
2. The process or procedure of creating duplicate copies of data for recovery purposes
The data backup process runs automatically every night.
O processo de cópia de segurança de dados é executado automaticamente todas as noites.
3. The stored copy itself that can be restored in case of data loss or system failure
Thanks to the data backup, we were able to recover all our files after the crash.
Graças à cópia de segurança de dados, conseguimos recuperar todos os arquivos após a falha.
In Brazilian business culture, data backup is increasingly emphasized due to growing cybersecurity awareness. Many companies now require regular backups as part of data protection policies. The term 'backup' is widely understood in tech circles even among Portuguese speakers, though formal documentation typically uses the full Portuguese term 'cópia de segurança'.
NYC Slang
backup
Synonyms / Sinônimos
backup copydata copybackup filesystem backup

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cópia de segurança de dados
Standard term used throughout Brazil in business and IT contexts
Rio de Janeiro
backup de dados
Common informal shortened form used in tech industry
São Paulo
cópia de segurança / backup
Both forms used interchangeably in corporate environments
Portugal
cópia de segurança de dados
Standard European Portuguese term; 'backup' also used in tech contexts

Related Words

restorerecoveryarchiveredundancycloud storagedisaster recovery

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a backup plan
backed up and ready to go
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