Acronis Cyber Protect
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| Acronis Cyber Protect | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Acronis |
| Type | Backup & endpoint security |
| Initial release | 2003 |
| Operating system | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Written in | C++, C# |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | acronis.com |
| Contents | |
Acronis Cyber Protect (formerly Acronis Backup) combines data protection with cybersecurity in a single agent, providing backup, anti-malware, and endpoint protection.
Key Features
- Image-based and file-level backup for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Integrated anti-malware and ransomware protection
- Disaster recovery with failover to cloud
- Patch management and vulnerability assessment
- Centralized management console
- Backup to local storage, NAS, or Acronis Cloud
Enterprise Use
Acronis is popular in SME and mid-market environments for its combined backup and security capabilities. The single-agent approach reduces complexity compared to deploying separate backup and endpoint security products. It supports both physical and virtual environments.
Tips
- Use active protection to detect and stop ransomware before it encrypts backup files.
- Schedule backups outside business hours to minimize performance impact.
- Validate backup integrity regularly using the built-in validation job.
