Features

Security copy: automatic creation of data security copy online

The iBard24 program performs the function of a personal electronic box, in which the data can be easily saved and stored it in a safe way. After the installation and registration process it is possible to configure the iBard24 Backup Online service. Files and folders which need protection can be:

Copied to iBard24 – this operation causes the creation of a security copy on the external disk,
Added to the backup – resulting in the file/folder being sent to the iBard24 disk, each change in the folder’s content or file edition is synchronized with the data sent to iBard24.

Security copies are created so easily and quickly that you don’t even notice it while working on the computer. It is only needed to choose the files to make a security copy of once – the rest is done by the program. Security copies are updated while working with the files. For example, if a new picture is saved in the catalogue ‘My pictures’, the program will make a security copy immediately.

Data transmission and storage: Safe transmission of files and catalogues to the Data Center

The security copy creation in the iBard24 system is absolutely safe. The data is sent through a coded 128-bit SSL connection (the same coding used for bank web sites).

The data is stored in the secure Comarch Data Center. Its well-established position in the field of security solutions is the result of long-term investments in expert staff and extensive knowledge of new technologies. Thanks to the permanent improvement and development from the Quality Management System, the Comarch Data Center has the certificates of the Integrated Management System, which is consistent with: EN-ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management Systems, EN-ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems, PN-N 18001:2004 Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems, ISO/IEC 27001:2005 Information Security Management Systems, PN-N 19001:2006 Requirements of Internal Compliance Program (ICP). The certificate was issued by the Polish Centre for Testing and Certification (PCBC).

Versioning: Access to previous file versions

Versioning allows you to recover previously saved versions of files. This functionality is especially useful when unwanted changes are made to our resources. After selecting the option "Enable versioning" for the individual file (available in the file context menu), you can easily restore previous versions of the copied or synchronized files ("Previous versions" option in the context menu). Accounts for individual users allow for storage of up to 5 previous versions of the file and corporate accounts allow you to store up to 20 versions.

Encryption for data transmission and data storage: Guarantee of security thanks to encryption for data transmission and data storage

iBard24 Backup Online enables the encryption of stored data with the AES-256 bit algorithm. The data is encrypted on the user’s computer with a previously generated encryption key.

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a symmetrical cipher block approved as a standard by the American National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The security in this algorithm is based on the secrecy of the encryption key, which is a series of bits with a defined length and is used to encrypt and decrypt the data.

The data is transferred by a connection secured by SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Protocol. 128-bit SSL is a coding used for bank web sites for example. It ensures high security of the data.

Warning: If you lose the encryption key, the data secured by the key will be irretrievably lost. iComarch24 SA does not store encryption keys generated by iBard24 system users, that is why the key should be stored in a safe place by the user.

Backup from several computers to one account: Secure virtual drive which enables the storage of files from multiple computers

iBard24 Backup Online allows you to login from several computers to one account (5 computers in the case of accounts for individual users, 20 computers in the case of accounts for companies) with one username and password. This is an ideal solution when you want to work on the same data at both work and home and when you want to protect files from multiple computers in a company on one iBard24 account. This makes iBard24 an ideal tool for business security and data exchange in a small or medium company.

Schedule: Backup Process Management

The Backup Scheduler allows you to determine on which days of the week the files will be added to the backup to be synchronized. With the "Advanced" option in the schedule you can also create schedule profiles and filter profiles. A profile schedule is used to determine not only the days of the week in which the backup will be executed, but also enables the identification of a specific time for starting the synchronization process. In the filter profile you can indicate the types of files (by specifying their extension e.g. *. jpg, *. doc), which should be added to or removed from the synchronization process. In the filter profile you can also set attributes such as hidden files or system file filtering. There is also the option of filtering Internet Explorer temporary files. With the "Tasks" option we can assign the appropriate schedule profiles and filter profiles for each file added to the synchronization.

Mobility: Safe access to data from different hosts

There are two possibilities for accessing the security copies stored on the iBard24 Backup Online disk:

The application installed on the user’s computer. The virtual disk is created automatically and is visible in the folder ‘My computer’. The disk’s content can be also accessed by clicking the ‘iBard24 disk’ button in the program agent or by clicking the icon created on the desktop after the program installation.
Through any web browser. By logging into the www.iBard24.pl web site you gain access to the data security copy and the possibility of restoring the data – to any place and at any time. This is very useful if the user does not have a computer at home and he wants to have access to the same files both at home and at work, without needing to send them or carry them in a physical medium.

Sharing: Safe and effective sharing of data with other users

Thanks to the Sharing function the data stored in iBard24 can be easily shared with other users. This function enables also to save all the changes in the documents from different computers at the same time. File sharing can be realized in two ways:

through the Internet application. After logging into the www.iBard24.pl web site the File Manager needs to be entered and then the right mouse button needs to be clicked on the chosen file or folder.

through the iBard24 client installed on the disk. The second way to share resources is by using the iBard24 application installed on the computer. The right mouse button needs to be clicked on the chosen file or catalogue and then the bar ‘Sharing’ has to be chosen. The next step is the same as in the case of the Internet application – the choice of users.

Searching and restoring of data: Fast location of required data

Thanks to the search function iBard24 allows you to find the data you require quickly. It also enables the restoration of data from a virtual disk to a personal computer.

Management: Intuitive user interface which enables efficient and fast usage of iBard24

The intuitive user interface of the iBard24 Backup Online application enables to manage the data in an easy way. Thanks to this interface you can manage the collection of security copies, the scheduling and layout of files, as well as the manner of they are displayed while working in any web browser.

Playing multimedia files: Innovative picture gallery and player for archived music

The iBard24 Backup Online Internet application offers the possibility of browsing pictures in an innovative gallery, in which apart from the standard functions such as viewing pictures or slideshows, snapshot dumps of the selected part of the screen can be created. In the iBard24 File Manager you can also listen to music (mp3 format) without needing to install additional tools.

Community: Creation of your own picture gallery and comment system

The iBard24 application enables viewing pictures in the innovative browser. We can create a picture made of different photos and use colorful frames. The application reduces the size of the picture to the optimum size. Sharing pictures with friends consists of a few simple steps. Thanks to the comment system your friends can share their remarks about your gallery.

Regulation of bandwidth traffic: Possibility to define what part of the Internet connection is designated for data backup

Thanks to this function you can define what part of your Internet connection will be occupied by iBard24 Backup Online while sending or downloading files. It enables you to work freely without hindrance while viewing web sites and running other Internet applications.

Proxy: Ability to change proxy server settings

For efficient and proper operation of the iBard24 Backup Online application on the user’s computer, we make it possible to configure the proxy settings. Thanks to this function, you can connect and send data to the iBard24 Backup Online servers correctly, even if there is a proxy server in a corporate network.