File Backup

Back Up Your Important Files

How do I recover lost / deleted files and pictures?

How can I back up files on my computer?

How do I keep my files if I need to replace my computer / hard drive?

Is your data backed up?  Would you be devastated if you lost important pictures or files?  A file backup system is one of the most important things you can have these days.  Keeping extra copies of your important files - documents, financial records, emails, pictures, videos, etc. - can be a vital safeguard against viruses (malware), hard drive failure, fire, and theft.

There are basically three options:

Backup Media - You can manually copy your important files to a CD/DVD or USB thumb drive.  You can then store the media in a drawer or off-site for added security.  The downside is you have to remember to perform the manual backup regularly and you might not always remember to copy each important file.  We don't recommend this method.

Automated External Backup - External USB hard drives are relatively inexpensive and easy to maintain.  They usually includes software that will make regular backups of your important files on a regular schedule.  If your computer becomes unusable due to malware or hard drive failure, you will still have copies of all your important files.  We can help you with installing an external USB drive and configure it to your preferences.

Cloud Backup - While external USB drives protect your files against malware and hard drive failure, they don't necessarily protect them from fire or theft.  That's where cloud storage comes in.  This type of backup systems sends copies of your files to an off-site location.  (Servers used for off-site file storage are commonly referred to as "the cloud.")  When your files are backed up off-site, even the most catastrophic disasters to your computer won't affect your files.  We can help you set up an account and configure automatic backups to "the cloud" for complete peace of mind.

We will make sure you have a backup system that copies all of your important data.  If disaster strikes, you'll be covered.

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