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Safe data storage is one of the most important aspects of any information technology (IT) strategy. It is about identifying and reducing risks to the security of sensitive or confidential information while keeping that information accessible to those who require it.

The most important and fundamental aspect of storing data safely is ensuring that the physical security of a data storage location, file or record is as strong as it is to protect against unauthorized access by people inside or external attackers. This includes using access control based on role to limit the range and depth of a user’s access rights. It also involves using an instrument to record the removal and re-entry of records in order to avoid data being removed or retrieved by unauthorized users.

Another important aspect of secure data storage is the use of a strong password to secure all records. Passwords should be difficult to guess and shouldn’t be shared or left out in plain sight.

Additionally, the use immutable storage is a good method to stop malicious actors from altering the data stored on disks, SSDs and the cloud. This is accomplished by combing encryption with other security safeguards such as traffic profiling and machine learning-based security systems to prevent data loss.

Any data storage system will never be hacked. But the aim is to make it so difficult to hack that the cost to hackers is greater than what is worth the information. A robust IT infrastructure for secure data storage should include regular updates and patches for all operating software and systems, a robust security infrastructure for networks which blocks unauthorised users from accessing storage systems, and redundant storage to guard against hardware failure or natural disasters.