Preventing database damage

File corruption is not inevitable, but it's a good idea to take measures to prevent damage and to ensure that databases are properly backed up.

• Routine backups are strongly recommended with any database.
• Back up heavily used databases frequently enough so that you will not lose more than one day of work.
• Use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
• Check the condition of the hard disk with a drive utility program.
• Be sure software that optimizes, compresses, or partitions the hard disk is current.
• Be sure driver software is compatible with the operating system version.
• Use virus detection software. However, do not run virus protection software on open or hosted databases. First, close the databases, and then run the virus protection software.