A database administrator performs a full backup periodically and keeps several versions in a cloud instance with increasing storage costs. Which of the following should the administrator consider doin

The correct answer is B. Set up a time frame for the deletion of old backup files.. To effectively manage backup retention and control increasing storage costs, the administrator should establish a policy for deleting old backup files after a certain time period. This ensures that outdated backups that are no longer needed for recovery are removed, freeing up st

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A database administrator performs a full backup periodically and keeps several versions in a cloud instance with increasing storage costs. Which of the following should the administrator consider doing to manage backup retention?

Options

AClassify backup files based on the sensitivity of data.
BSet up a time frame for the deletion of old backup files.
CIdentify the need for granular and/or bulk recovery.
DDetermine whether a differential backup will satisfy the operational needs.

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A
14% (6)
B
77% (34)
C
7% (3)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

To effectively manage backup retention and control increasing storage costs, the administrator should establish a policy for deleting old backup files after a certain time period. This ensures that outdated backups that are no longer needed for recovery are removed, freeing up storage space and reducing costs.

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#Backup retention#Cloud storage management#Data lifecycle#Cost optimization

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