A look at the importance of data backup especially for laptop computers and a simple guide on how to save your data from loss and/or destruction.
Simply put,
nothing is fool proof when it comes to computer data. From hard drive crashes to virus attacks computer data needs to be protected at all times. On top of the usual data loss hazards that come with PC's, laptops are more at risk due their vulnerability to theft.
If you were to look at the statistics regarding the information that has been lost in regards to laptop computers, you would be amazed. It is a fact that over a million laptops have been stolen over the years in the United States alone. Chances are when a laptop is stolen it will never be recovered. If the data wasnâ??t backed up, then the owner is not only left without a laptop but without any of the files that were stored on it.
Even with this astounding information, many people still donâ??t take the time to backup the data information on their laptops. Same as with desktop computers, you can create a data backup for your laptops as well. Preserving your data is something you should really look into, whether you have business or personal data, losing that information can be devastating.
The laptop computer was designed for on the go use, which is the main reason why people do not really think about backing up their data. When the thought finally does come to mind, it is normally too late to do anything about it.
Two Methods to Backup Data on Your Laptop and Desktop
1. One of the simplest ways to back up your data is to burn it to a data CD.
Data CDs can hold up to 700 MB (Mega Bytes) of data, which means a lot of files. To use this method you need a CD/RW burner in your laptop, which most of the newer ones come with.
Also, one drawback of laptops is the fact that they do not offer near as much storage or security measures as a desktop PC. So, on top of the benefits of data backup, burning your archives onto CD can free up lots of storage space on your laptop as well.
2. Online Data Backup Service
A method of saving data that is becoming more and more popular these days is using an online data backup service. Depending on your connection to the Internet, it can take anywhere from several minutes to several hours.
Online data backup is a great option to saving your files. Many such services are very affordable and easy to use. Often they provide user friendly options such as reminders and auto settings so that data is backed up automatically and you don't need to worry about remembering to do it. Some of these companies even offer limited storage space for free for personal users. Also, online data backup secures your files remotely so that you do not need to keep track of disks and other storage devices, and no matter what happens you can always access that data.
Data backup is something that should be taken seriously. Whether you are using your laptop for business or personal use consider what would it cost you to lose it?
