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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:56 am
Post subject: Do you backup your computer? We all know that we should be backing up, but how can we make it easy?
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We all know that we need to backup the information on our computers. No one wants to lose all of their documents, photos, music and emails. However, many people feel it is too difficult to maintain a proper backup system. We at TipsandCoupons.com are going to highlight 2 services that take the hassle out of backing up your important data: Mozy and Carbonite.
The Old Way:
A thorough backup plan for home users and small businesses was a tedious process. The most common way to backup (besides not having backups in the first place, which is the most common plan) was to use an external hard drive (like the
Seagate FreeAgent Desktop 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive
 ). The prices of these drives has dropped over the years and has made it a popular back choice. However, most people would simply connect the drive, make a backup, and then leave it on the desk.
This leaves the backup data in the same physical location - susceptible to the same risks as your computer. Although this would protect you from a virus, hard drive crash, or other failure, it does NOT protect you from fire, flood, theft and other major disasters.
In order to be truly protected with using external hard drives you need to have at least 2 drives that are used in rotation to perform backups. One needs to be kept off site - preferably in a location far enough away that a single event will not damage both locations.
You can also burn a copy of your backups to CDs or DVDs and mail them to a safe location, but as you can see this process is cumbersome at best.
The New Way:
With the increased speed of home and small business internet connections, online backup is now a great option for backing up your critical data. Two well respected vendors are Mozy and Carbonite.
Mozy
Mozy offers 3 plans to suit your computer backup needs:
MozyHome Free
2 GB of 100% free backup space.
No setup fee, no credit cards, no monthly payments, no expiration.
MozyHome
$59.40 per year ($4.95 per month)
Unlimited Data Storage
MozyPro (Multiple Computer Business Accounts)
Desktop Licenses: $3.95 + $0.50/GB per month
Server Licenses: $6.95 + $0.50/GB per month
| Quote: | Mozy Features
* Open/locked file support: Mozy will back up your documents whether they're open or closed.
* 128-bit SSL encryption: The same technology used by banks secures your data during the backup process.
* 448-bit Blowfish encryption: Secures your files while in storage, providing peace of mind that your private data is safe from hackers.
* Automatic: Schedule the times to back up and MozyHome does the rest.
* New and changed file detection: MozyHome finds and saves the smallest changes.
* Backs up Outlook files: Disaster-proof email protection.
* Block-level incremental backup: After the initial backup, MozyHome only backs up files that have been added or changed, making subsequent backups lightning fast. |
Carbonite
Carbonite offers unlimited online backup for your small business for only $49.95/year. Try it free!
Carbonite also offers discounts for multi-year subscriptions:
Carbonite Online PCBackup Three-Year Subscription $134.95
Carbonite Online PCBackup Two-Year Subscription $89.95
Carbonite Online PCBackup One-Year Subscription $49.95
| Quote: | Carbonite Features
Carbonite: A Small Application on your PC
Carbonite installs a small application on your computer that works quietly in the background looking for new and changed files that need to be backed up. It looks and feels just like part of your computer, and is integrated with your desktop — there's no new interface for you to learn.
Completely Automatic
When your computer is idle, Carbonite automatically backs up your new and changed files. You don't have to do anything! When you're using your computer, Carbonite goes to sleep so it will never slow you down or interfere with your Internet connection.
Secure and Encrypted to Protect your Privacy
Carbonite takes data privacy and security very seriously. All your files are encrypted twice before leaving your PC. Files remain encrypted at our secure data centers, so only you can see your files.
Get Your Files Back With a Few Clicks
If you accidentally delete or otherwise lose files, it takes just a few clicks on your desktop to get them back. If your computer is damaged, stolen or “just dies” and you lose all your files, just visit Carbonite’s website from a new computer. Within minutes you'll be able to begin restoring all your files. |
Summary:
Which method or service you use is up to you...but please backup your data! DO IT TODAY!
Both Mozy and Carbonite are reputable companies that can provide you with online data backup services at a low cost.
If you don't currently have a comprehensive backup plan in place, click on one of the links in this post and get started TODAY!
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