Backup/Causes of data loss

Causes of data loss include device failure, software bugs, software lock-in, and human error.

Hardware failure

Software bugs

Failed writes

Malicious software

File system modifications

Human error

Vulnerable storage location

Bad user interface design

Software lock-in

Overreliance on online services

Synchronization of bad data

Loss of access credentials

Loss and theft

Natural disasters

References

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