In this section we take a look at the basics of DPM recovery as well as using the DPM client to perform end-user recovery of data.
As you know by now DPM creates recovery points of each replica in a protection group. This is when DPM creates a point in time in which you are able to restore data that DPM has protected. DPM makes it possible to quickly and easily recover your protected data. DPM gives you an easy to understand interface and the Recovery Wizard in which to perform the restores. You typically have the option to specify the restore destination to the original location, a file share, or tape. Restoring data for specific applications can offer other restore options which we will cover later in this chapter. DPM gives you the ability to browse or search recovery points for data that is lost. DPM lists the available versions that can be recovered. You can drill down into the protected data to find the specific version...