Compression

Compression type defines the compression method the backup application will use during backup job (for the corresponding backup set).

There are three compression types available for the user to select:

By default, newly created backup sets are configured to use [Fast] compression type.

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For File, VMware ESXi/vCenter, and Hyper-v backup sets. If OpenDirect, Granular Restore, or Run Direct is enabled, then the compression type is to "No Compression" in order to ensure optimal restore performance.