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Backing up data should be priority

Published: Monday, Nov. 14, 2005 3:43 p.m. MST
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(Some backup drives also come with backup software; you can give those a try as well.)

The bottom line is that hard drives are cheaper than ever and are not lasting nearly as long as they used to, so you have to be prepared.

Also there are some online systems that will back up your systems over the Internet. I have not tried one, but if you have a fast enough Internet connection it may be worth considering. What would stop me would be the recurring monthly charge. If you buy your own drive and own software there's no recurring fee.

WEEKLY WEB WONDER: It's more important than ever to donate to the American Red Cross to help our fellow man. You can do so online at www.redcross.org.


James Derk is co-owner of CyberDads, a computer repair company, and a computer columnist for Scripps Howard News Service. His e-mail address is jim@cyberdads.com.

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