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Tools to safeguard data during evening backups

Tools to safeguard data during evening backups

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JaminF
Junior Member
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09-06-2020, 09:20 PM
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Men and ladies, I was preparing a new computer in my uncle's office for his work. It handles all the records and similar tasks. After installing Windows 7, I thought it wise to install a backup system too. I grabbed one of my spare HDDs and bought a basic USB enclosure for it. I hadn't even tried setting up backups before, so I reached out for your advice. I'm looking for easy-to-use, free backup software that can automatically back up Excel files and similar documents nightly to an external drive I've prepared. Ideally, I'd like the external drive to be placed elsewhere and have backups sent online in case of emergencies—though this garage is full of flammable stuff, so it's not a high-tech requirement. If you have any suggestions, I really appreciate it. Take care!
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JaminF
09-06-2020, 09:20 PM #1

Men and ladies, I was preparing a new computer in my uncle's office for his work. It handles all the records and similar tasks. After installing Windows 7, I thought it wise to install a backup system too. I grabbed one of my spare HDDs and bought a basic USB enclosure for it. I hadn't even tried setting up backups before, so I reached out for your advice. I'm looking for easy-to-use, free backup software that can automatically back up Excel files and similar documents nightly to an external drive I've prepared. Ideally, I'd like the external drive to be placed elsewhere and have backups sent online in case of emergencies—though this garage is full of flammable stuff, so it's not a high-tech requirement. If you have any suggestions, I really appreciate it. Take care!

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MidgetLord96
Junior Member
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09-07-2020, 02:27 AM
#2
This tool allows you to choose precisely which files to back up and at which times.
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MidgetLord96
09-07-2020, 02:27 AM #2

This tool allows you to choose precisely which files to back up and at which times.

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missingmetal
Member
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09-07-2020, 10:41 AM
#3
I check the site for you. It shows a live backup feature.
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missingmetal
09-07-2020, 10:41 AM #3

I check the site for you. It shows a live backup feature.

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zTriggered
Member
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09-08-2020, 05:25 AM
#4
Thanks a lot everyone! I think I've discovered what I was searching for. Appreciate the help!
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zTriggered
09-08-2020, 05:25 AM #4

Thanks a lot everyone! I think I've discovered what I was searching for. Appreciate the help!

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kalimaaa
Junior Member
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09-11-2020, 10:07 PM
#5
For offsite backup, you might ask him to store his files in a Dropbox folder. This way he can still reach them even when he's away.
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kalimaaa
09-11-2020, 10:07 PM #5

For offsite backup, you might ask him to store his files in a Dropbox folder. This way he can still reach them even when he's away.