Fotis wants to validate that his backups are working. Which of the following options is the best way for him to ensure that the backups will be useful in a true disaster recovery scenario?
Answer Options
Periodically restore a random file to ensure that the backups are working.
Review configurations and settings on a regular schedule to validate backup settings.
Review the backup logs to ensure no errors are occurring.
Regularly perform full restores from backups to validate their success.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation
All of these are useful parts of a backup strategy, but performing full restores from backups on a regular basis is the best option listed. If regular restores work, then individual files will be recoverable, but individual files may not show larger issues with backups. Configuration and setting reviews are important but will not validate the backups themselves, and error messages can indicate problems but won’t demonstrate intact logs either.