Module 4: Data Storage and Backups

Previous Lesson

This module presents considerations for active phases of research, focusing on data storage and security during a research project.

Module 5 will delve into longer term storage and potential sharing of data in repositories.

Note that content in this module is adapted from the Research Data MANTRA [online course] Keeping Research Data Safe module at https://mantra.ed.ac.uk. Licensed CC-BY 4.0. The MANTRA course was authored by Research Data Service at the University of Edinburgh.

Data Storage and Backups

• Plan Your Storage
• Safeguard Your Data
• Physical Safeguards

Administrative Safeguards

• Administrative Safeguards
• Classification of Data
• Establish Protocols
• Video: Storing & Securing Data

Technical Safeguards

• Technical Safeguards
• Using Strong Passwords and Encryption
• Select Appropriate Storage Options
• Select Appropriate Software and Computing Solutions
• Back Up Your Data
• Secure Data Transfer and File Permissions
• Working Remotely
• Destroy Data

Conclusion

• Activity 4.1: Reflection
• Quiz
• Conclusion

Begin Module 4