Stepping Into History: A Fun Look Back at the History of Backups

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This infographic provides a historical timeline of data backup evolution—from hand-copied manuscripts in 1215 to carbon paper, punched cards, magnetic tape, floppy disks, NAS devices, optical media, and modern cloud storage. It highlights how backups transitioned from manual duplication to automated, scalable cloud systems like Amazon S3. The message emphasizes that while formats have evolved dramatically, the core purpose remains the same: preserving information reliably across generations in increasingly intelligent, resilient ways.

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Stepping Into History: A Fun Look Back at the History of Backups

Stepping Into History: A Fun Look Back at the History of Backups

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