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Not backing up your files regularly?
In those moments having a backup is crucial.
PC owners have a wide variety of options when it comes to backup software.
I’m a coward, as usual, so I will not be ranking the different solutions.
you’re able to instead read the summaries and figure out what will work best for you.
Here’s how: keep all the projects you are currently working on in your Dropbox.
Check it out atDropboxorread more about Dropboxright here at MakeUseOf.
This exceptional live CD can make a complete clone of your hard drive, operating system and all.
This is perfect for preserving not only your documents but everything about your machine in terms of software.
Read more about Clonezilla in Benjamin’s articleClonezilla, Free Advanced Hard Drive Cloneing Software.
It will even inform you of the amount of data it needs to transfer before doing so.
This solution may not be automated but it’s pretty solid.
Find out more in Jim’s articleHow to Keep your Backups Current with FreeFileSync.
This solution can save you from hard drive failure but it isn’t perfect.
For this reason many people prefer their backups be offsite.
This gives you an off-site backup for free (assuming you could find a trustworthy friend).
Best of all, this software works on Mac, Linux and Windows.
PureSync
This is another synchronization option, and it’s always good to have options.
PureSync can, as the name suggests, sync any two folders.
These folders can be local, external or networked - even cloud-based folders can be utilized.
It’s fairly easy to use and free, so you might as well check it out.
Hinx
Hinxis a another great backup service.
Check it out in Aibek’s pieceThe Best free Backup Software for your PC.
It can be automated to backup in the background or it’s possible for you to use it manually.
Read more about Mozy in our directory.
Note that while XP has a built-in backup utility as well, it’s best to avoid using it.
