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Backup

Backup: A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.

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A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary.

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A copy of files and programs made to facilitate recovery, if necessary. (SP 800-34; CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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