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Efficient data backup

US8468136B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 8, 2007
Grant dateJun 18, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 10, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/1451
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for storing and restoring digital data. In some implementations, a method is provided. The method includes identifying an item for segmented backup according to one or more specified criteria, and performing a first backup of the item including separating the item into a plurality of first parts prior to backing up the data and including separately storing each part. Other embodiments of this aspect include corresponding systems, apparatus, computer program products, and computer readable media.

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