Exnelo highly recommends that each of our clients use a dedicated linux server to store the data. Below are some reasons why this is the best solution for properties of all sizes.

Database Protection and Offsite Access

In the past we have received inquiries about how to best protect the application data of Axis against hardware failures and viruses, as well as provide users the ability to access their data from a remote location. As a result of these inquiries we have helped customers upgrade their databases to a Linux platform, while also recommending them to obtain high-speed Internet access. Some reasons for upgrading the database are the following:

Virus Protection

Most destructive viruses originate in Microsoft environments (primarily through email, peer to peer file sharing, etc.) and local area networks. By moving the data to a Linux server, the chance of a virus moving from Windows to Linux is virtually impossible. If any Microsoft machine is infected with a virus on a local area network, the chance is extremely high that all other Windows machines will be infected as well.

Redundant Data Backup

The Linux server that we recommend has a completely mirrored hard disk (for real time backup in case of hard drive failures), as well as another external hard drive to store daily backups. This provides 2 extra levels of database backup and recovery. When setting up the new Linux server, we will also setup a daily backup procedure that will streamline your backup-to-CD processes. All you will be required to do is place a new CD-R in the cd-rom drive each night. The backup job will run and send you an email each morning telling you the status of the backup procedure. This will keep you and your staff from having to format CD-R and CD-RW disks.

Remote Access of Data

If you have multiple hotels/motels, or would like to access your data from a remote site (such as your home), this server will allow you to easily do that. The high speed internet connectivity will allow you to remotely connect you to your data from anywhere that high speed internet connectivity is available, along with connecting to your server with state of the art encryption mechanisms.