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Backup #1 - crash recovery preparation (OS and registry backup).

For the homeuser the most important backup is a recovery kit for getting your system up and running after a failure. An example of a Windows recovery kit is as follows:

A DOS boot disk.
A recently updated Emergency Repair Disk.
A recent full backup.
If a full backup is not available, a backup of the registry using the REGBACK utility - better still use a proprietary registry cleaner such as MyRegistryCleaner, Registry Booster or Registry Mechanic that will back it up at the same time.
All relevant documentation concerning the installation of the server and its applications.

If your disk is NTFS formatted you will also need

An NT boot disk.

If your system allows it keep these on an otherwise unused partition or separate hard drive (if you've only got one hard drive a second one can easily be added for very little cost) and ensure you have copies of all the installation programs for your applications.

Backup #2 - programs, images, music, data and other files.

Prevent data loss can be done through a variety of methods but the most important and simplest one is back up.

You do not want your important data to be lost in the future, so DataInterpreters will take the time to work with you ensuring best data back up system for you.

DataInterpreters can advise on suitable back up systems for you or your home business. 

For advice and information on setting up back up systems contact us.

How often should you back up files? Back ups should be done at regular intervals. However, it all depends on what you use your computer for and how often new files are created and important data is entered. Do it frequently - hourly, daily, weekly or even monthly.

A few important points to remember are:

Keep the back up process to a regular schedule e.g., if backing up weekly choose the same day each week You may want to back up a file whenever it is updated.
Backing up should always be done before your computer is sent for repair or before any new hardware or software is installed on the system.
Back up files if you switch computers.

Backup Formats:

Backups can be made in various formats. A common and easy choice is to burn a re-writable CD/DVD. Other methods include; floppy disks (low capacity & not very reliable), Zip disks or Data Tape Cartridge, other hard drives either on the PC or elsewhere on the network.

Backup #3 - tips from a leading backup specialist.

Backup your data BEFORE a disaster occurs
Schedule full, partial, or incremental backups when it is most convenient for you. Perform a manual backup, or let BUMP 2006 do it automatically! Optimize available storage space with powerful compression. Minimize the time required to completely protect precious digital memories and data on your PC by creating differential backup sets. Use the backup verification tool to ensure that your backup has been successfully created. Restore versions of files backed up over time with the Catalogue feature.

Data Archiving made drag-and-drop easy
Easily archive your irreplaceable photos, videos, and music collection in a few simple clicks. Simply drag-and-drop the relevant files or entire folders to back up your precious memories to disc. Use the category selection to easily archive your data.

Easy Data Recovery
Completely recover your data and applications in the event of a computer crash, system failure, or other disaster. Optimize your data recovery options and hardware restoration settings with BUMP 2006's flexible tools. Easily restore backed up data to original or alternate location on your computer.

Flexible backup destinations
Backup everything to and from local computer or a computer on a network. Backup to CD and/or DVD discs, including DVD+R DL (Double Layer). Backup to a hard disk drive, networked/shared devices, and even tape drives.

Backup #3 - everyday tips.

Simple everyday needs

• Your PIM, calendar, diary, reminders, messages etc
• Synchronise your PC with your mobile
• Backup PIM, outlook etc to your IpodÔ