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    Backup software recommendations?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Peon, Jun 24, 2012.

  1. Peon

    Peon Notebook Virtuoso

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    What software do you guys use to back up your data?
     
    Peon, Jun 24, 2012
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    The free version of SyncBack has worked for me for many years.
     
    TreeTops Ranch, Jun 24, 2012
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    What type of backups? File Sync or Image?

    For syncing my files (HDD) i use Goodsync

    For imaging my OS (SSD) i use Paragon Drive Copy 11
     
    flipfire, Jun 24, 2012
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  5. Peon

    Peon Notebook Virtuoso

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    Sorry, I should've clarified - I'm looking for file sync. My current backup solution involves imaging, but I find that I'm too lazy/forgetful to do it as often as I should. As a result, when I need to restore an image the data is usually a month or more out of date.

    I figure it'd be better for me if I have frequent file syncs so that I don't lose any data, along with less frequent imaging.
     
    Peon, Jun 25, 2012
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  6. TreeTops Ranch

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    Well as you can see here, everyone has a different favorite. Pick one and try it.
     
    TreeTops Ranch, Jun 25, 2012
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  7. wozofoz

    wozofoz Notebook Enthusiast

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    My favorite file backup is FreeFileSync (free) it's fast and very easy to set up and use. You can also schedule automatic syncs but I have never used this feature, I'm a hands on (manual) type person ;)
    When you run the installer you will be given an option to install normally or install the portable version to a folder you have created on your external harddrive or flashdrive (this is my preference)
    Edit: I always use the Mirror option because I never edit files on the external drive. So when I sync I know I want the files on the external drive to be changed to exactly the same as the files on the computer (or vice versa after a Paragon image restore)

    For backup images I use Paragon Backup Free
    I have a Netbook (no CD slot) and Paragon can easily create a Rescue Flashdrive (instead of Rescue CD) which works perfectly

    Example:
    If I run into trouble and had to restore an earlier image with Paragon I then launch FreeFileSync, select the sync task name, then simply click the direction arrow to sync (update) from external harddrive or flashdrive to the computer.
    Done :cool: Now, where was I before I was so rudely interrupted :p

    All the best, woz of oz
     
    wozofoz, Jun 25, 2012
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  8. Peon

    Peon Notebook Virtuoso

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    Perhaps I'll try all of them - thanks everyone :)
     
    Peon, Jun 26, 2012
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  9. Pralaya

    Pralaya Newbie

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    Don't forget to have a look at the recent Handy Backup 7
     
    Pralaya, Jun 26, 2012
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