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Computers have entered in the daily schedule of a human being. It is interesting to know that we have developed an expected trust on our computer system that we allow them to store countless data in them without any dismay. But we have the knowledge that in certain conditions, even this machine can't withstand with us and we might lost our data with an Nonrecoverable tag-line with it. So, the data backup is essential to help the computer to secure data in case of any mishappening. As we have a variety of platforms to work upon, the ways to backup our data also varies with respect to them. So, we are providing the basic ways to run data backup and make your data secure for tomorrow.
Local backups : Feature of saving data in external storage is available in both Windows and OS X. For this you require an external device which is always prescribed to be 1.5 times the currently in use hard disk. The best benefit of it is that you can keep your backup away from your system and can restore it whenever required.
Backup on Windows : Windows acquires a feature to store the backup of your system within your hard disk. Both Win7 & Win8 avails this feature. In this, you have to select create backup from the START menu and select the appropriate storage location. With a click on NEXT button, the backup process will be initialized. In Win8 a feature named "File History" is added which offers hourly backup of essential files. In case you deleted any file accidentally, File History will automatically allow you to restore that file.
Backup on Mac : The backup tool is present in Mac OS in the form of "Time Machine". This tool backups the data on regular basis on external storage device. The positive feature of this tool is that, in the case when external storage don't have extra space to store the new backup, oldest backup will automatically be deleted from the device.
Off-site Backup : All the local storage backup methods are having a major drawback. These devices can be crashed, misplaced, stolen somehow. In that case, the requirement of some other source is required. And for that a number of online backup sites are offers with unlimited data backup facility. Free services are available with limited data storage which can be enhanced to unlimited capacity by paid service. Few coins have to be moved out of your pocket to get this service.
Now as we have given different backup options as per the available platform, the confusion arise about "Which one is better amongst them?". In this real world, both are important under different scenarios. But when one is to be chosen, go for Off-site storage as it will cost you lesser fund then buying an external drive.
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