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Kemal Cholovich
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What is file-level restore (FLR)? | Understanding File-Level Restore (FLR): Simple Explanation by Examples | Backup Tips

File-Level Restore (FLR) is a feature that lets you restore specific files or folders from a backup without having to restore the entire system. This can save a lot of time and make the recovery process much easier.

What is File-Level Restore (FLR)?

FLR allows you to recover just the files you need, like a single document or folder, instead of restoring everything from a backup. It's a bit like having a magic rewind button for your files.

Why is FLR Important?

  • Precision: Only recover the files you need.
  • Speed: Quickly get back important files without waiting for a full system restore.
  • Convenience: Restore files to their original location or somewhere else if needed.
  • Control: Recover older versions of files that might have been changed or deleted.

Simple Examples of FLR

Example 1: Accidental Deletion

Scenario: You accidentally delete a report you’ve been working on.

Solution: Using FLR, you can go into your backup, find the report, and restore just that file back to your computer.

Example 2: File Corruption

Scenario: A project file gets corrupted and won’t open.

Solution: With FLR, you can find an uncorrupted version of the file from your backup and restore it, so you can continue working without losing time.

Example 3: Ransomware Attack

Scenario: A virus encrypts your files, making them unusable.

Solution: FLR allows you to restore only the files affected by the virus from a backup taken before the attack, so you don't have to restore everything.

Example 4: Recovering Older Versions

Scenario: You save an important document by mistake.

Solution: FLR lets you go back to a previous version of the document from your backup and restore it, so you can recover the information you lost.

HYCU’s Support for File-Level Restore

HYCU, a company that provides backup and recovery solutions, supports File-Level Restore. This means with HYCU, you can easily restore specific files or folders from your backups.

Want to Know More?

To learn more about how HYCU can help with your data recovery needs, visit the HYCU Contact Page and talk to their experts. They can help you set up a backup and recovery system that works for your business.


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Kemal Cholovich

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