Types of Backups

Classification of backups

We can classify backups in several ways depending on various factors, such as:

• The data it captures

• The way we implemented the backup

• The scope of the data that we backup

• The frequency of the backup operation

Types based on data capture

The types of backups based on what data they capture and how they’re used in the backup and recovery process are as follows:

• Full backup: A full backup is a complete copy of the database, including all the data and metadata. Full backups are typically the largest and take a long ...