PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.
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@DustinB3403 said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@DustinB3403 said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@BRRABill said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
Hey why hasn't anyone tried talking the OP out of doing this? You know, the whole "no data on the PC" thing?
I feel hurt. LOL.
We do have file server on Windows server and users have been given access on and working with. But the issue is with CAD files they work, even do not suggest them to work directly on shared folder which take the performance down, so now they have working data (which is important).
Now, your question will be if you have Windows Server, why network is not in domain, and my answer is "so many computers are Home Edition", working on to make all Professional Edition.
If the business is running Home Edition licenses of Windows, you have bigger issues. You know you can't implement AD on Home, so you'd have to upgrade those to professional (or beyond).
I'm assuming the Windows licensing is adhered to the computers, which means you can't move it from device to device (legally). So you have a few choices, purchase a MAK license, and re-image and upgrade each user system to Windows Professional.
Starting with Windows Vista, one could purchase a key that would "upgrade" a version from Home to Pro - no reinstall required.
Or try your hand at a linux distro, and see if all of your software is functional on said linux distro.
He's a CAD shop - are there many Linux friendly CAD solutions?
There are a few options of CAD software for linux, I haven't looked recently to find out if AutoCAD (etc) supports RedHat. I think they do.....
Now to google..
The CAD software I'm familiar with (IDEAS, Medusa, PRO-E, CATIA) almost all started out on UNIX. PRO-E is the only exception in my short list. Autodesk was always looked at as the "newbies toy"
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@DustinB3403 said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@BRRABill said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
Hey why hasn't anyone tried talking the OP out of doing this? You know, the whole "no data on the PC" thing?
I feel hurt. LOL.
We do have file server on Windows server and users have been given access on and working with. But the issue is with CAD files they work, even do not suggest them to work directly on shared folder which take the performance down, so now they have working data (which is important).
Now, your question will be if you have Windows Server, why network is not in domain, and my answer is "so many computers are Home Edition", working on to make all Professional Edition.
If the business is running Home Edition licenses of Windows, you have bigger issues. You know you can't implement AD on Home, so you'd have to upgrade those to professional (or beyond).
I'm assuming the Windows licensing is adhered to the computers, which means you can't move it from device to device (legally). So you have a few choices, purchase a MAK license, and re-image and upgrade each user system to Windows Professional.
Or try your hand at a linux distro, and see if all of your software is functional on said linux distro.
Around 50% are Home Edition, not all. Yes, no domain for Home Edition. I guess, no need to reinstall os to convert.
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@dafyre @DustinB3403 @Dashrender
Cad we are using is from AutoDesk.
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Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
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Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
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For sure, I need to push the task of bringing the network under domain.
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On one hand, by seeing issues with Ransomware, I have started to think about Backup for local pc data and other big issue I need to think about is "Users security awareness". And if I plan to migrate to Linux, then I would be gone
LOL
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@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit do you have the NAS already? If not, you could build a SAM-SD style box, install your backup solution on that box directly and backup locally.
I mention this just to make sure those reading this thread are aware that you don't have to have a Server and a NAS when looking at the isolated backup model.
No, not yet, I got to purchase NAS, I need to plan for software and then I will purchase.
I am not really sure what's this SAM-SD box ? I guess, running some server on Linux which have good storage and then setup it as Backup server ?
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit do you have the NAS already? If not, you could build a SAM-SD style box, install your backup solution on that box directly and backup locally.
I mention this just to make sure those reading this thread are aware that you don't have to have a Server and a NAS when looking at the isolated backup model.
No, not yet, I got to purchase NAS, I need to plan for software and then I will purchase.
I am not really sure what's this SAM-SD box ? I guess, running some server on Linux which have good storage and then setup it as Backup server ?
That's one use for it. Basically it's a server built for reliability more than anything else. @scottalanmiller would be able to better define it since he's the one that came up with the idea... SAM-SD = @scottalanmiller - storage device, lol.
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@dafyre said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit do you have the NAS already? If not, you could build a SAM-SD style box, install your backup solution on that box directly and backup locally.
I mention this just to make sure those reading this thread are aware that you don't have to have a Server and a NAS when looking at the isolated backup model.
No, not yet, I got to purchase NAS, I need to plan for software and then I will purchase.
I am not really sure what's this SAM-SD box ? I guess, running some server on Linux which have good storage and then setup it as Backup server ?
That's one use for it. Basically it's a server built for reliability more than anything else. @scottalanmiller would be able to better define it since he's the one that came up with the idea... SAM-SD = @scottalanmiller - storage device, lol.
I see. It would be nice if I can get link for article on this topic, I think @scottalanmiller blogged it ?
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@dafyre @DustinB3403 @Dashrender
Cad we are using is from AutoDesk.
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Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
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Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
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For sure, I need to push the task of bringing the network under domain.
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On one hand, by seeing issues with Ransomware, I have started to think about Backup for local pc data and other big issue I need to think about is "Users security awareness". And if I plan to migrate to Linux, then I would be gone
LOL
Ransomware does exist on Linux.
Moving to Linux on the desktop would have high costs in the short term, 2-3 years, but in the long term would save you money (potentially). During the starting up, you have a linux consultant who's available to assist in training and break fix of Linux issues. Sure it's expensive the first few years, but either you'll learn it in that time to be as good as you are with Windows, or you should be fired and replaced by someone who already knows Linux.
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit do you have the NAS already? If not, you could build a SAM-SD style box, install your backup solution on that box directly and backup locally.
I mention this just to make sure those reading this thread are aware that you don't have to have a Server and a NAS when looking at the isolated backup model.
No, not yet, I got to purchase NAS, I need to plan for software and then I will purchase.
I am not really sure what's this SAM-SD box ? I guess, running some server on Linux which have good storage and then setup it as Backup server ?
A SAM-SD is a storage-centric server, nothing more. You can run Windows or Linux on it. But considering that you're looking at needing a server for this task anyhow, why split the task over two boxes, i.e. a server and a NAS, and instead just use an all in one solution.
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@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
Now here's where I'll point out that Scott will say that we need to consider the business, and make proper business decisions to know if Windows is the right solution for us or not. I think he would say that if the company can't afford Windows Pro, then it really can't afford Windows at all.
I would definitely say that. That's super cheap.
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@dafyre @DustinB3403 @Dashrender
Cad we are using is from AutoDesk.
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Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
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Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
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For sure, I need to push the task of bringing the network under domain.
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On one hand, by seeing issues with Ransomware, I have started to think about Backup for local pc data and other big issue I need to think about is "Users security awareness". And if I plan to migrate to Linux, then I would be gone
LOL
The idea of moving to an all linux environment, would be to cut out the Microsoft Tax, and to really simplify the management of the business IT needs.
Since AutoDesk is supported on Redhat and CentOS you could go completely open source, unsupported. But this isn't what anyone here is recommending.
We are suggesting you consider using Redhat (which has support) and setup a linux domain. This way you are still supported in all venues that the business IT needs.
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I don't know why.. this just makes me happy..
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@DustinB3403 said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@dafyre @DustinB3403 @Dashrender
Cad we are using is from AutoDesk.
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Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
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Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
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For sure, I need to push the task of bringing the network under domain.
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On one hand, by seeing issues with Ransomware, I have started to think about Backup for local pc data and other big issue I need to think about is "Users security awareness". And if I plan to migrate to Linux, then I would be gone
LOL
The idea of moving to an all linux environment, would be to cut out the Microsoft Tax, and to really simplify the management of the business IT needs.
Since AutoDesk is supported on Redhat and CentOS you could go completely open source, unsupported. But this isn't what anyone here is recommending.
We are suggesting you consider using Redhat (which has support) and setup a linux domain. This way you are still supported in all venues that the business IT needs.
I'm not suggesting that. The Redhat fees probably aren't worth it for his company. Instead, he should have a consultant on speed dial to help with any issues he comes up against. Use Redhat OS if he wants, it's free, but using CentOS would be just as good to.
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@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@dafyre @DustinB3403 @Dashrender
Cad we are using is from AutoDesk.
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Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
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Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
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For sure, I need to push the task of bringing the network under domain.
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On one hand, by seeing issues with Ransomware, I have started to think about Backup for local pc data and other big issue I need to think about is "Users security awareness". And if I plan to migrate to Linux, then I would be gone
LOL
Ransomware does exist on Linux.
Yes, but none that is a risk yet. It exists only as a theoretical, nothing that affects real world production systems yet.
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
- Moving to linux could be an option, even Autodesk is supported for linux (say CentOS), that's very big deal, because user knows Windows and we, IT have little knowledge on Linux. To save money I never want to do that, as I learnt from different scenarios and from forums, at the end of the IT will fallen into problems, Management never sees ( if Manager is from IT background, then maybe exceptional case) how many bucks you saved by using free or open source, but loss or downtime, so plans about Linux.
If management never sees the cost savings... what are they doing as managers? This is quite the statement about management that they are not looking at the finances. What the heck are they even doing then?
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@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
- Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
Why is it difficult to troubleshoot?
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@DustinB3403 said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
Since AutoDesk is supported on Redhat and CentOS you could go completely open source, unsupported. But this isn't what anyone here is recommending.
We are suggesting you consider using Redhat (which has support) and setup a linux domain. This way you are still supported in all venues that the business IT needs.
Actually, he'd be MORE supported. Windows doesn't come with support at all. RHEL comes with incredible support.
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@scottalanmiller said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
- Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
Why is it difficult to troubleshoot?
his lack of personal experience is my guess.
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@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@scottalanmiller said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
- Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
Why is it difficult to troubleshoot?
his lack of personal experience is my guess.
RHEL support handles that for you
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@scottalanmiller said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@Dashrender said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@scottalanmiller said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
@openit said in PCs Backup software that can isolate backup destination to protect from Ransomware virus.:
- Even myself, I love opensource software and plays around CentOS, pfsense, Zentyal, and so many. I believe I can set it up properly and get it run, but difficult part is troubleshooting if any issue occurs, so no to Linux as of now at least.
Why is it difficult to troubleshoot?
his lack of personal experience is my guess.
RHEL support handles that for you
If you want to maintain that support. Then sure, what's the cost per desktop for that per year?
