Full Backup | Incremental Backup |
Differential Backup | Backup |
Storage Medium | Data Loss |
Backup Time | Source |
A type of backup that only copies data that has changed since the last backup, reducing backup time and storage space requirements. | A type of backup that copies all data from a source to a storage medium. |
The process of making copies of data to protect against data loss. | A type of backup that copies all data that has changed since the last full backup, providing a middle ground between full and incremental backups. |
The unintentional destruction or loss of data, which can occur due to hardware failure, human error, or other factors. | A device or location used to store backup data, such as a hard drive or cloud storage. |
The original location of the data being backed up, such as a computer or server. | The amount of time required to complete a backup process, which can vary depending on the type and size of data being backed up. |