An Ultimate Guide on Air Gap Backup
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An 
Ultimate 
Guide on 
Air Gap 
Backup
What is Air Gapping?
What is an Air Gap 
WHAT Backup?
WILL    Types Of Air Gap 
Backups
YOU  Local air gap backups
LEARN:  Remote air gap backups
How Air Gap Backups 
work?
Benefits of Air Gap 
Backups
Areas of Improvement 
with Air Gap Backups
WHAT IS AIR-GAPPING?
WHAT IS AIR-GAPPING?
An air gap is a physical separation between two networks, typically between a production network and 
a backup network. This separation helps to ensure that data remains secure in the event of a breach or 
attack on the primary network. Air gapping can also be used as a security measure for critical data, 
preventing it from being physically accessed by unauthorized individuals.
There are several benefits to using an air gap solution for backing up data. First, it helps to ensure that 
data remains secure and confidential. Second, it can help to prevent data loss in the event of a primary 
network outage or failure. Third, air gapping can improve performance by reducing traffic on the 
primary network.
What is an Air Gap Backup?
An air gap backup is a type of data storage 
that is not connected to any other devices or 
networks. This means that the data is 
physically isolated and cannot be accessed 
remotely. Air gap backups are often used as a 
last line of defense against malware or other 
attacks, as they cannot be targeted directly. 
Instead, an attacker would need to have 
physical access to the device in order to 
retrieve the data. Air gap backups can be 
created using a variety of methods, including 
portable storage devices, optical media, and 
even paper printouts.


Types of Air Gap 
Backups
Air gap backups are a type of backup that is not 
physically connected to the main network. Air 
gap backups are typically stored on an external 
hard drive or in the cloud. Air gap backups are 
used to protect data in the event of a disaster, 
such as a fire or flood. Air gap backups can also 
be used to protect data from malware or other 
security threats. There are two main types of air 
gap backups:
 Local Air Gap Backups
 Remote Air Gap Backups

 Local Air Gap 
Backups
Local air gap backups are stored on an external hard 
drive or other local storage device. Local air gap 
backups are typically used for small businesses or 
individuals who do not have access to a remote backup 
solution. Remote air gap backups are stored in the cloud 
or on a remote server. 
 Remote Air Gap 
Backups
Remote air gap backups are typically used for larger 
businesses or organizations that need to protect large 
amounts of data. Air gap backups can be used in 
conjunction with other backup solutions, such as cloud 
backups or traditional on-site backups. 

How Air Gap Backups 
Work?
An air gap backup is a type of backup that is not connected to any other 
network or computer. This means that the data is stored in a completely 
isolated environment, making it much more secure. Air gap backups are 
often used for sensitive data or for critical systems where any kind of 
exposure could be disastrous. 
The main way that an air gap backup works is by physically storing the 
data on a separate piece of hardware. This could be an external hard 
drive, a USB drive, or even a DVD. The data is then copied onto this 
storage device and disconnected from the computer. It can then be 
stored in a safe location, like a locked drawer or safe. 
Benefits of Air Gap 
Backup
Air gap backups provide a number of 
benefits over traditional backup methods. 
Air gap backups are not connected to the 
network, which means they are less likely 
to be corrupted or destroyed in the event 
of a breach. Air gap backups also do not 
require power, which makes them more 
reliable in the event of a power outage.
Areas of Improvement with Air 
Gap Backups
As businesses increasingly rely on digital data, the need for robust backup solutions 
has never been greater. Air gap backups provide an extra level of protection by 
physically isolating backup data from the network. However, there are some areas 
where air gap backups could be improved.
One area is security. Air gap backups are not immune to security threats such as 
malware and viruses. In order to protect backup data, it is important to have a robust 
security protocol in place. This may include using encryption and ensuring that only 
authorized personnel have access to the data.
Another area of improvement is reliability. Air gap backups can be susceptible to 
power outages and other disruptions. To ensure that data is properly backed up, it is 
important to have a redundant backup system in place. This may include using both 
on-site and off-site backups.
Why Choose 
StoneFly?
StoneFly helps you to turn 
your data into a competitive 
advantage. This is our value 
proposition.
Your business demands that your information 
is protected, accessible, available anywhere 
and anytime. StoneFly offers a wide range of 
solutions that fit your budget and technical 
requirements while being flexible, scalable 
and portable to support your future growth.
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