FAQs about FoxPro backup function

FoxPro database, used worldwide, is the one of the industry's leading relational database management software. The Handy Backup introduces the FoxPro database backup functionality to manage backup and restore operations across complex heterogeneous business networks.

1. What is FoxPro backup?
It is just a function designed to handle FoxPro databases.

2. What platforms can FoxPro backup be run on?
It can be run on the same platforms as Handy backup, i.e. Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista.

3. How can I set up and use FoxPro backup function?
Since FoxPro backup is just one of many functions of Handy Backup program, firstly you have to set up (use the most recent version or at least 5.5) Handy Backup program. Smart Setup Wizard and online help will guide you through all steps of installing the program. For creating and managing backup/ restore tasks very intuitive Explorer-like graphical user interface is used.

4. What kind of FoxPro data can I back up?
With FoxPro backup you can select tables and databases to include into backup/ restore task of Handy Backup. The selection can be done not only on the local computer but also on any computer in your LAN (Local Area Network) or a remote server.

5. How does FoxPro backup communicate with a FoxPro data server?
It uses Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) interface (see restrictions).

6. What locations can the FoxPro backup copy the data to?
The data can be copied to any destination on your computer or to:

• CD, DVD, Blu-Ray / HD DVD;
• Remote FTP servers;
• LAN drives;
• External USB/Firewire HD/Flash drives;

7. How significant is decrease in performance of FoxPro data server when using FoxPro backup?
It seems to be insignificant. The FoxPro backup allows executing backup operations for databases open for read or write. Performing backup Handy Backup tries to limit database engine interruptions to as minimal value as possible. In addition, Handy Backup program has minimum system resource consumption: it occupies a little space on your hard drive, has a small operational memory footprint and works fast using efficient multithreaded data transfer engine.

8. Is the backed up FoxPro data compressed and/or encrypted?
There are checkboxes in the backup wizard to involve compression and encryption of the being backed up data. The zip-archiving and reliable 128-bit blowfish encryption algorithm are used.

9. Can the launch of FoxPro backup be scheduled?
Yes, the scheduler of Handy Backup has various options to fit your needs.

10. Is there a technical support for Handy Backup?
Yes, we provide free technical support for all registered and unregistered users. You will receive all possible assistance from us.

11. Can Handy Backup be customized to consumer needs?
Yes. Three ways of customizing is possible. The first way is that we provide all kinds of customization of our software to meet the exact needs of our clients; even new features can be added by their request. Do not hesitate to mail us about you suggestions on improvement of the Handy Backup product. The second way is that the customers themselves can use the command line interface and the ability of Handy Backup to run customer programs during the backup procedure. The third way for customers is to create their own plug-in.

12. Can I try Handy Backup before buy?
Yes, Handy Backup is shipped on a try and buy basis with 30-days full-featured product trial period. The most recent version of Handy Backup can be downloaded here.

13. Where can I find more information on Handy Backup program?
To find general information, list of Handy Backup features just follow the hyperlinks.