CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 Practice Question

A side-by-side restore brings the selected backup data back to the same server but places it in a separate folder, volume, or virtual disk. Because the original files remain untouched and online, administrators can validate, test, or compare the restored copy against the production copy before deciding whether to replace it.

An overwrite restore would immediately replace production data, eliminating the chance to validate. Restoring to an alternate location path typically targets a different server or share (often used when the source path is unavailable), so users could not easily compare on the same host. Rolling back with an in-place snapshot reverts the entire volume, again removing the ability to run both versions concurrently.