Servers are indispensable for building websites and other systems. There are two main types of servers: a “dedicated server” that occupies the entire physical server, and a “shared server” that shares a single server with multiple users. Recently, “Cloud VPS” has attracted attention as a third option.
What is Cloud VPS?
Cloud VPS is a popular hosting service now called a “virtual private server.” While comparable to a shared server having multiple users of a single server, it uses virtual technology to create a highly flexible environment similar to a dedicated server. “Cloud VPS” is an upgrade from the regular VPS of the past that did not include a highly available environment that prevents long outages due to physical server crashes or failure, that could lead to hours of downtime.
In the case of shared hosting, the operating system, memory, software and all other resources. are shared by a large number of users. Although this offers the benefit of lower costs, its use can be easily affected by other users’ resource usage, and performance tends to be affected. Limited customization is also another drawback.
On the other hand, with Cloud VPS, the same hardware is utilized, but each user’s usage area is separated by virtualization technology. Memory is allocated independently, and the OS can be different, as well. As a result, stable performance can be secured regardless of other users, and flexible customization is possible similar to a dedicated server.
Advantages of using Cloud VPS
The greatest advantage of Cloud VPS is a flexible and stable server environment that is similar to a dedicated server at a low price as low as a shared server.
With Cloud VPS, it is possible to choose your favorite OS (Linux or Windows), as well as freely install applications and customize OS settings and functions.
As mentioned above, Cloud VPS are not affected by other users accessing the same hardware. Therefore, there is almost no possibility of the “bad neighbor” problems that tend to occur with shared servers, such as slow website operation due to excessive server load caused by other users hosted on the same environment.
Plesk is easy to use even with zero experience
Although Cloud VPS has many benefits, one weak point is that it can be difficult to use without specialized knowledge of server operations (such as command line operations). Unlike shared servers, Cloud VPS offers a high degree of freedom, but without a certain level of knowledge and skills, it is often underutilized.
The easy-to-use management tool “Plesk” has solved this problem. Once installed, Plesk provides an intuitive visual interface that is easy for beginners to understand. Cloud VPS can be managed, operated, and customized with simple mouse operation in your browser. In other words, Cloud VPS can be operated as easily as using the settings screen of a computer or the management screen of a blog.
With Tsukaeru Cloud VPS, the latest version of Plesk can be installed, allowing even beginners to implement server management. Our full support system is also a very popular option.
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The active use of the cloud is spreading in various industries, and the medical and healthcare industries are no exception. In fact, these fields are in the limelight for cutting-edge cloud utilization. Let’s look at how the cloud is used in the industry and why it is being increasingly introduced.
Rapid expansion of cloud utilization in the medical and healthcare fields
Among the wide variety of cloud utilization in the medical and healthcare fields, the primary one is cloud backup. Medical institutions possess vast amounts of data vital for diagnosis and treatment, such as electronic medical records and CT scan images. However, that data is often stored only on location at medical institutions and can be at risk to damage or loss due to natural disasters. Cloud backup is attracting attention as the safest, most efficient, and cost-effective way to mitigate that risk.
In addition, venture and major IT companies are accelerating their entry into the “cloud x healthcare” field. Over the past few years, services, such as online medical examinations, cloud-based medical history books, and health management apps are providing new cloud-technology solutions for the medical and healthcare industries. There is a growing excitement for this cloud fever.
What is the reason for this increasing introduction of the cloud at medical institutions?
The background of this trend is the wave of computerization in medical institutions. The penetration rate of electronic medical records at medical facilities has reached 43% according to a Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare survey (2017) and is expected to increase to 63% in two years. As more and more medical information is digitized, the need to safely store data separately from the medical facility has never been greater.
As the majority of Japan’s population is quickly aging, the importance of the medical and healthcare industries is also driving IT companies to enter the market. In the United States, which also has an aging population, medicine and healthcare are already some of the hottest topics in the cloud industry.
Protect your medical information with Tsukaeru Cloud Backup
In response to the expanding needs for cloud backup at medical institutions, we have been making preparations for the handling of medical information with our “Tsukaeru Cloud Backup.”
Currently, our system and operation management are being improved to comply with the requirements of the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry and the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, including the “Two Guidelines from Three Ministries” regarding the handling medical information electronically. Scheduled to be completed soon, these changes will make it possible to use Tsukaeru Cloud Backup at medical institutions while complying with all ministry guidelines.
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Tsukaeru will be exhibiting at the “Cloud Computing EXPO Japan Autumn” at Makuhari Messe from today until the 25th (Friday). Please stop by and learn about our popular cloud products, including Tsukaeru Cloud Backup. Please see the official website for event details.
When it comes to Business Continuity Planning (BCP), cloud backups have become a crucial component. As its many advantages become more well-known, an increasing number of companies have begun to utilize cloud backup services as replacements to on-premise data storage. What does this mean for the future of the cloud backup market? How much change will we see and what exactly is driving it?
The Cloud Backup Market Will Expand Significantly by 2025
According to a recent report from Verified Market Research, the cloud backup market was worth approximately $1.29 billion (¥ 139 billion) in 2016. This same report predicts that the market will rise to about $10.25 billion (¥ 1.1 trillion) by 2025. This means that from 2017 to 2025, the cloud backup market will have grown by an average of 25.9% every year.
Why this Rise in Popularity?
The growing demand for cloud backup can be ascribed to the rapidly increasing volume of data that must be processed by modern companies. Businesses across the globe are gradually becoming paperless and this means that data is now stored in electronic files. While many companies still use on-premise backup methods, the majority are beginning to recognize that this requires a much higher capital investment. On-premise backups see a spike in costs as soon as the capacity for data must be increased and there is a higher likelihood of seeing performance problems. With cloud backup, however, companies can increase or decrease their data capacity depending on their needs and this can be achieved flexibly, without incurring any large costs.
The benefits of cloud backup have also become more recognized among Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and startup companies – this has been a major driving factor behind the market expansion. Since SMEs do not have the same human and financial resources as large enterprises, cloud backup has become the most attractive and effective backup solution. Unlike on-premise methods, cloud backup does not require any server management or maintenance, and it doesn’t need significant initial investments.
Powerful Security Measures with Tsukaeru Cloud Backup
Tsukaeru Cloud Backup has proven to be a highly effective cloud backup solution, offering powerful security measures that even prevent data loss in the event of a disaster. Data centers are located a short distance from Tokyo and Kansai in the Nagano Prefecture, an area known to be resistant against tsunamis and other disasters. When emergency strikes, this location is the ideal place to store your important data.
This cloud backup solution is also equipped with Active Protection, the latest AI-based technology that protects data against malicious ransomware. Encryption is performed with AES-256 and data is transferred safely with only the highest level of security.
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By now, you’re well aware of the importance of cloud backups – but you may be wondering, “How can I make a complete backup of all my company’s data and protect my business from data loss?” The process may seem daunting at first but the truth is, you can succeed with just a few simple steps.
Back-Up your Data to a Familiar Device
If you do not make regular backups, it’s time to change this and start backing up now. The next logical question is “To where?” USB flash drives, external HDDs, DVDs, and other more rudimentary backup locations are perfectly acceptable. Making the backup at all will be hugely beneficial to you. These familiar devices make backing up quick and easy, making file-recovery a far more seamless process when a data loss incident occurs.
Make This Backup Offsite
If you already have a local backup, consider making an offsite backup at the same time. When data is stored offsite, the risk of loss is significantly lower, making it an ideal backup solution for your BCP measures. Cloud backup services are the best choice for making offsite backups as all data is stored safely away from your company.
Automate Backups
Many backup services offer the option of automatically backing up data at a fixed time. This requires no extra effort on your part. Tsukaeru Cloud Backup is one of these powerful backup solutions with an automatic backup function. When backups are automated, users do not risk losing data if they forget to backup manually. This feature makes backing up a lot more convenient and in the long run, it could save your business from disaster.
Test the ‘Restore’ Function
After installing new backup software, it is highly advised that you test the ‘Restore’ function to ensure data can be restored correctly. There have been many cases where users were unable to restore their data because the original data has disappeared. To prevent future losses, make sure to test your software beforehand so you are fully aware of how it functions.
Back-Up Applications
It is common for users to back-up files and folders, but what about frequently used business tools? For the most effective safety procedures, get in the habit of backing up entire applications. This way, if software installation discs get lost, there is no risk of losing this software as well as the data embedded in it.
Cloud backups allow you to make a complete backup of your entire OS including apps, files, folders, user settings, and much more. In the event of hardware failure, all essential information can be restored to any hardware from a complete system image. This eliminates the need to reinstall your OS and applications. Tsukaeru Cloud Backup offers all these benefits so you can feel safe and assured at a low cost.
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In recent news, Malwarebytes, a leading cybersecurity company based in California, has reported a shocking new finding. Ransomware attacks against companies have risen by over 500% in just one year. This revelation has shaken the IT industry, and many have been left wondering: what could have possibly triggered such a shocking spike in cyber attacks? Who among us is most likely to be the next target?
For a period that was as fleeting as it was hopeful, it appeared as if ransomware would become an epidemic of the past. After its peak in 2016, ransomware cases gradually began to decline, replaced by less severe attacks from cryptocurrency mining viruses.
The Attackers Shift their Target
While at the surface it seemed like ransomware was defeated once and for all, many changes were occurring behind closed doors. Namely, a shift of target by ransomware attackers.
A report published every year by the US Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has shown that ransomware cases in the United States have decreased from 2,673 in 2016 to 1,394. And yet, the loss from ransomware has jumped from $2.4 million to over $3.6 million.
While ransomware cases have decreased, the cost of damage has risen significantly. What does this mean? Instead of attacking individuals, ransomware attackers have shifted their focus onto companies that are capable of paying more hefty ransoms.
Corporate Damage Skyrockets
In early 2019, the number of corporate ransomware cases was reported to have increased by a whopping 521%. The report by Malwarebytes indicates that this surge was caused by ‘Troldesh,' a ransomware virus that is thought to be of Russian origin. This year, it has wreaked havoc across the United States.
Is Backing Up Data the Solution?
Many people believe ransomware is no issue, as long as backups are made every day. Is that really so? Yes, and no. Backing up data can be an important safety precaution in the face of ransomware attacks, but it doesn’t always succeed in preventing them. If your data is backed up to an internal server that is always connected to your regular server, then guess what? Ransomware will likely also infect your backup server. Be mindful about your backup location and who or what has potential access to it. For a higher chance of security, we recommend using the cloud for your backups.
If you’re a business owner or involved in IT security, make sure your defenses against ransomware are formidable. Take all safety measures possible, before it’s too late.
