Sync-dependent Sidekick owners are getting the bad news that their online data is probably permanently lost. Danger and its parent company Microsoft suffered a server failure and apparently were not prepared for the inevitable rainy day that cloud computing brings.
T-Mobile has promised to credit for a month’s worth of data service to active Sidekick owners, but that is of little comfort to those who are functioning in a state of cyber-amnesia due to the data loss.
Users of cloud services, including iPhone owners with MobileMe, Exchange ActiveSync, Google Gmail/Calendar and so on should be sure that important data is backed up locally.
Local backup may be the only silver lining in a cloud crash.
Thunderous Data Losses
Danger! Sidekick Information Dissipates in Microsoft Cloud Crash
Trend Themes
1. Data Loss in Cloud Computing - There is a growing trend of data loss incidents in cloud computing, highlighting the need for better backup solutions and disaster recovery plans.
2. Cyber-amnesia - The phenomenon of cyber-amnesia is becoming a disruptive issue as more individuals rely on cloud storage, creating opportunities for data recovery and protection services.
3. Importance of Local Backups - The importance of maintaining local backups is a rising trend in response to the risks associated with cloud crashes and potential data loss.
Industry Implications
1. Cloud Computing Services - The incidents of data loss in cloud computing present an opportunity for cloud service providers to offer improved backup and disaster recovery solutions.
2. Data Recovery Services - As data loss incidents increase, the demand for professional data recovery services grows, creating a disruptive opportunity in the industry.
3. Backup Solutions Providers - The need for reliable backup solutions is on the rise, leading to opportunities for providers who offer secure and efficient backup services.