A common method for data backup and recovery is the use of incremental backups. This strategy involves making copies of only the data that has changed since the last backup, significantly reducing storage space and backup time. Incremental backups are efficient, allowing organizations to maintain up-to-date backups without excessive resource use. In the event of data loss, systems can be restored by combining the most recent full backup with subsequent incremental backups, ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime during the recovery process.