Cloud backup: This refers to the practice of storing copies of data on remote servers maintained by third-party service providers, such as Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, or Amazon Web Services (AWS). It provides a secure, off-site method for data storage, ensuring that in the event of a hardware failure, cyberattack, or natural disaster, users can restore their data without significant loss. Cloud backups are often encrypted to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
Example:
A small business regularly backs up its financial records to a cloud storage service. If their office server crashes due to a hardware failure, they can quickly restore the data from the cloud backup, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and protecting against data loss.