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Add Security Best Practices Section to DISCOVER Cookbook #155

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Susmita331 committed Jan 12, 2025
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- [Backblaze](https://www.backblaze.com/) (Cloud backup for full systems).
- [Google Drive](https://drive.google.com/).
- [Dropbox](https://www.dropbox.com/).
- **Follow the 3-2-1 Backup Rule**:
- Keep **3 copies** of your data: 1 primary and 2 backups.
- Use **2 different storage types** (e.g., external drive and cloud).
- Store **1 copy offsite** to ensure data safety in case of disasters.

- **Automate Your Backups**:
- Schedule regular backups (daily, weekly, or monthly) to ensure all new files are saved.

- **Test Your Backups Regularly**:
- Periodically check that your backup files are complete and can be restored without errors.