A company may choose to use CDs, DVDs, hard drives, or even cloud storage for...

The statement refers to the different types of media that can be used for data backup. Backup media encompasses various storage devices and methods used to store copies of data. Examples include:

CDs and DVDs: Optical storage media used for smaller-scale backups.

Hard drives: Mechanical or solid-state drives used for local and external backups.

Cloud storage: Online services providing remote storage and access to backups.

Choosing the appropriate backup media is crucial for ensuring data availability and recovery in case of data loss.

References

David M. Kroenke and Randall J. Boyle, "Using MIS," Pearson.

Curtis Preston, "Backup & Recovery: Inexpensive Backup Solutions for Open Systems," O'Reilly Media.