Today server virtualization is the technology preferred by enterprises when it comes to consolidating IT landscapes, utilizing server systems optimally and making operations more flexible. However, data backup in virtual environments is a huge challenge. Only 30 percent of those enterprises having virtual infrastructures perform backups of their virtual files at regular intervals. The reason is simple: Traditional backup methods are not sufficient for virtual machines. Separate solutions for backing up virtual machines, however, are extremely complex and also make it difficult for enterprises to comply with business and legal directives.