physical backup

[/ˈfɪzɪkəl ˈbækʌp/]
nounpl: physical backups
cópia de segurança física
1. A backup copy of data stored on physical media or devices such as external hard drives, tape drives, DVDs, or physical servers
The company maintains physical backups of all critical data on external hard drives stored in a secure vault.
A empresa mantém cópias de segurança física de todos os dados críticos em discos rígidos externos armazenados em um cofre seguro.
2. A tangible, non-cloud-based copy of digital information as opposed to virtual or cloud-based backups
While cloud backups are convenient, physical backups provide an extra layer of security for sensitive information.
Enquanto as cópias de segurança em nuvem são convenientes, as cópias de segurança física fornecem uma camada extra de segurança para informações sensíveis.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'physical backup' is a critical concept in IT and data management. Organizations often implement a '3-2-1 backup strategy' (3 copies of data, 2 different media types, 1 offsite copy) which typically includes physical backups as part of comprehensive disaster recovery plans. This term has become increasingly important as cybersecurity threats have grown, making offline physical backups a safeguard against ransomware and data breaches.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
offline backuptangible backuplocal backuphardware backupon-premises backup
Antonyms / Antônimos
cloud backuponline backupvirtual backupremote backup

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cópia de segurança física
Standard term used in technology and IT sectors across Brazil
São Paulo
backup físico
Common abbreviation in corporate and tech environments
Rio de Janeiro
cópia física de dados
More descriptive variant sometimes used in professional settings
Portugal
cópia de segurança física
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'backup' is also commonly used in English in Portugal's tech sector

Related Words

backup strategydata recoverystorage mediadisaster recoveryexternal hard drivetape backupincremental backupfull backup

Related Idioms & Phrases

keeping backups offline
disaster recovery plan
3-2-1 backup rule
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