The 3-2-1 Backup Strategy: What It Is and Where It Breaks Down
Three copies, two media types, one offsite. The 3-2-1 backup strategy is simple to state and easy to get wrong. Here is where implementations fall short, and how to audit yours.
Layered Security: Why Patching Alone Is Not Enough
Patching matters. It also cannot be the whole strategy. Here is what layered security means in practice, and what three recent incidents reveal about the layers that catch what patching misses.
Data Center Power Redundancy: How DataYard’s Dayton Facility Is Built
Data center power redundancy is about more than just backup equipment. It’s how utility power, UPS systems, backup generation, and transfer systems are designed to work together. Here’s what the terminology means, what to ask a provider, and how DataYard’s Dayton, Ohio facility is built to support private cloud and colocation clients.
Colocation vs. Cloud: How to Choose (and When to Use Both)
For years, businesses heard one message: move everything to the cloud. In practice, the decision is never that simple. The cloud is the right home for some workloads, colocation for others, and many businesses use a mix of both. This guide breaks down the differences across cost, control, security, and performance, and how to decide where your critical systems belong.
Things to Consider When Moving Equipment to a Colocation Data Center
On June 17, 2026, DataYard and Huntress hosted a live webinar on managed EDR and modern cybersecurity threats. This recap covers the key takeaways, including how managed EDR works, a real-world incident resolved in 52 minutes, a Huntress platform demo, and what deployment looks like for your organization. Plus, you will get exclusive access to the webinar video.
Webinar Recap: How to Stop Cybersecurity Threats with Managed EDR
On June 17, 2026, DataYard and Huntress hosted a live webinar on managed EDR and modern cybersecurity threats. This recap covers the key takeaways, including how managed EDR works, a real-world incident resolved in 52 minutes, a Huntress platform demo, and what deployment looks like for your organization. Plus, you will get exclusive access to the webinar video.
EDR vs. Antivirus: What’s the Difference and Why You Might Need Both
As Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) becomes more widely discussed in cybersecurity, many businesses are asking whether EDR replaces traditional antivirus software, or whether they need both. Antivirus and EDR are built to solve different security problems. This guide breaks down how each works, where they overlap, and why a layered approach gives most organizations the strongest protection.
What We Know About Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Cybersecurity Capabilities
Anthropic’s newest AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, has been generating a lot of conversation in cybersecurity circles. Reports from Anthropic describe a model that may be capable of identifying previously unknown software vulnerabilities at scale, and some of our own clients have been asking what that means for their environments. Here’s what we know so far.
Cloud Migration Checklist for Manufacturing Companies
Manufacturing cloud migrations require careful planning to avoid extended downtime and operational disruption. A structured cloud migration checklist helps identify dependencies, assess infrastructure readiness, and protect critical workloads during the transition. This guide outlines practical steps manufacturing companies can follow to move production systems safely, strengthen disaster recovery, and modernize infrastructure while maintaining stable operations.
Legacy System Modernization for Manufacturers: A Practical Path Without Replacing Everything
Many manufacturers rely on legacy systems that still power critical operations, but aging physcial infrastructure can introduce reliability, security, and downtime risks. Legacy system modernization doesn’t have to mean replacing everything. With the right strategy, manufacturers can modernize infrastructure around existing applications using virtualization, hybrid cloud environments, and improved security practices. This guide explains practical legacy system modernization steps that help manufacturers improve uptime, reduce risk, and extend the life of essential systems while preparing their IT environments for future growth.