Datto ALTO

Datto ALTO protects against ransomware by utilizing Inverse Chain Technology, which creates an immutable backup file that cannot be altered or deleted by malicious software. It stores these backups both locally on the ALTO appliance and securely in the Datto cloud for dual protection. If a network is infected, administrators can safely restore clean data directly from the appliance or spin up a cloud virtualization.

Datto ALTO is primarily designed to protect Windows and Linux servers and workstations. It also offers specialized backup agents for macOS environments to ensure comprehensive business data coverage. However, it is specifically tailored for small to medium businesses rather than enterprise Unix mainframes.

No, because Datto ALTO maintains local, on-premise backups of your data on the physical hardware appliance, you can perform rapid local restores without an internet connection. If the local hardware fails or is physically destroyed, the active internet connection allows you to recover your data via the Datto Cloud. This hybrid approach ensures you have reliable recovery options in both localized and catastrophic scenarios.

Yes, Datto ALTO supports Local Virtualization, allowing you to instantly spin up a failed Windows or Linux server directly on the backup appliance itself. This drastically minimizes downtime by letting employees reconnect to network resources while the primary server is being repaired. For extended outages, you can also initiate a secure VPN to temporarily run the server in the Datto Cloud.