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Selecting data in backup data sets for grooming and transferring

US8335768B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 25, 2005
Grant dateDec 18, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/1448
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for grooming a backup data set is disclosed. The method comprises receiving data associated with one or more restore points associated with the backup data set. The method further comprises automatically selecting one or more of said one or more restore points for retention, removal, or transfer.

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