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ubaidabcd · 09-25-2007, 01:05 PM

I want to backup my laptop and looking for free software. I need something simple, I don't want to end up having problems recovering if I have any problems.

I tried the free trial for this software called, "Autobackup-Pro" and you choose which folders you want to backup, and you can set it so every time you start your computer it backs up your computer with those specific folders. The part that I like is that, instead of making a new backup everytime it only updates the folders that have changed.

Well the trial expired and I can't find a crack, so trying to find something else that's simple and free.

I'd really like an image/mirror type software (even though, I know nothing about this stuff, or how complicated it could be to set this up). So, if I got a new computer I wouldn't have to do anything, install windows, software, nothing. Just install the image of my old laptop, onto the new computer, and the computer is ready to go instantly. Is something like this possible? Anything free like this available?

Thanks

Thanks

2stroke · 09-25-2007, 01:24 PM

Try rsync, you can get it for windows too.

rsync - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

John · 09-25-2007, 02:05 PM

backup?

DruSam · 09-25-2007, 02:17 PM

dvds, my dedi server

Ferbent · 09-25-2007, 05:03 PM

Mozy online backup has a free version where you can backup up to 2GB. I use the paid version for $5.95 per month with unlimited backups.

It works in the background and it's easy to restore if you have to. It works well for me.

ubaidabcd · 09-25-2007, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ferbent

Mozy online backup has a free version where you can backup up to 2GB. I use the paid version for $5.95 per month with unlimited backups.

It works in the background and it's easy to restore if you have to. It works well for me.

I already have a external hard drive, but that sounds like a good idea, especially if it works in the background and I don't have to go out of my way to connect external drive, etc..

Also are those services reputable? I don't have to worry about their servers shutting down or something like that? Going out of business? Everything is secure? Something about this type of service online makes me feel kind of uneasy. I'll give it a try if I don't have any other options.

Ferbent · 09-26-2007, 03:35 AM

They are definitely reputable but that doesn't mean to say they couldn't go out of business in the future. I do the occaisional back to a dvd just in case. TechCrunch has lots of reviews on these kinds of online backup services if you need more info.

wesley · 09-26-2007, 03:44 AM

Nothing, however I'll use time machine when mac os x 10.5 comes out.

Shawn Collins · 09-26-2007, 07:21 AM

If you're on Windows, you've got a backup utility already installed.

Just search backup in Help & Support.

DewChugr · 09-26-2007, 10:05 AM

I us rsync also, but on windows I would look at acronis true image.

pocketrockets · 09-26-2007, 11:50 AM

... and if you are using Vista it comes with a hard disk imaging utility, called Complete PC Backup.

ubaidabcd · 09-26-2007, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shawn Collins

If you're on Windows, you've got a backup utility already installed.

Just search backup in Help & Support.

I'll go with this, it even creates a restore cd so I can restore the entire computer if anything happens.

krazyjosh5 · 09-26-2007, 03:28 PM

im a firm believer that everyone should own a ubuntu closet server. heres a few things mine do (and i got this for $200):

-store my files as a network attached storage device with a 250gb hard drive
-acts a router/server of any kind (internet, print, file, anything)
-streams my music to me via a browser when im away from home (Gnump3d)
-allows me to remote desktop into it and fuck with unix/shell commands when im in class. great for learning unix, too
-acts as web server, mysql server, php server. both locally (good for sandboxing) and via the internet (good for serving temporary files)
-rips DVDs and CDs for me at one click (automatically adding them to the appropriate folders in my file library)
-burns DVDs and CDs for me at one click

the best part is: it does all of this shit without affecting your main computer at all.so you can 'outsource' all of your cpu intensive tasks to this thing in the closet that'll take care of it for you. that way, if you want to rip a CD or DVD, it wont bother your main computing on your main sys.

just a few things that $200 gets ya. its 1ghz and 512mb ram. pick one up, seriously!

Possibility · 09-26-2007, 06:35 PM

I just backup all of my important folders on my removable HD once every month or two. Works for me.

xmcp123 · 09-26-2007, 06:48 PM

I use lots and lots of offshore labor, frantically writing 1s and 0s.

$5 Submissions · 09-28-2007, 07:44 PM

I'm not sure there's freeware available for that.

ubaidabcd · 09-28-2007, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by $5 Submissions

I'm not sure there's freeware available for that.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shawn Collins

If you're on Windows, you've got a backup utility already installed.

Just search backup in Help & Support.

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09-25-2007, 01:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
ubaidabcd Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,037 iTrader: (3)	What software do you use to backup your computer? I want to backup my laptop and looking for free software. I need something simple, I don't want to end up having problems recovering if I have any problems. I tried the free trial for this software called, "Autobackup-Pro" and you choose which folders you want to backup, and you can set it so every time you start your computer it backs up your computer with those specific folders. The part that I like is that, instead of making a new backup everytime it only updates the folders that have changed. Well the trial expired and I can't find a crack, so trying to find something else that's simple and free. I'd really like an image/mirror type software (even though, I know nothing about this stuff, or how complicated it could be to set this up). So, if I got a new computer I wouldn't have to do anything, install windows, software, nothing. Just install the image of my old laptop, onto the new computer, and the computer is ready to go instantly. Is something like this possible? Anything free like this available? Thanks Thanks

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John Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sewageville Posts: 4,938 iTrader: (6)	backup? __________________

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Shawn Collins Affiliate Summit guy Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ Posts: 153 iTrader: (0)	If you're on Windows, you've got a backup utility already installed. Just search backup in Help & Support. __________________ Shawn Collins Coming Affiliate Summits - Oct 5 in NYC / Jan 11-13 in Las Vegas

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DewChugr Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 385 iTrader: (0)	I us rsync also, but on windows I would look at acronis true image. __________________ My experience for others is to upgrade any computer with vista, to XP.

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pocketrockets Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 603 iTrader: (1)	... and if you are using Vista it comes with a hard disk imaging utility, called Complete PC Backup. __________________ Need Cheap Hosting w/ UNLIMITED Websites? Get 1st month FREE! 1. Select "Baby" plan 2. Use coupon code "WORDPRESS" at checkout

09-25-2007, 01:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
2stroke Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 42 iTrader: (1)	Try rsync, you can get it for windows too. rsync - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

09-25-2007, 02:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
DruSam Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2,745 iTrader: (0)	dvds, my dedi server

09-25-2007, 05:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
Ferbent Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Paris Posts: 70 iTrader: (0)	Mozy online backup has a free version where you can backup up to 2GB. I use the paid version for $5.95 per month with unlimited backups. It works in the background and it's easy to restore if you have to. It works well for me.

09-26-2007, 03:35 AM	#7 (permalink)
Ferbent Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Paris Posts: 70 iTrader: (0)	They are definitely reputable but that doesn't mean to say they couldn't go out of business in the future. I do the occaisional back to a dvd just in case. TechCrunch has lots of reviews on these kinds of online backup services if you need more info.

09-26-2007, 03:44 AM	#8 (permalink)
wesley Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 441 iTrader: (0)	Nothing, however I'll use time machine when mac os x 10.5 comes out.

09-26-2007, 03:28 PM	#13 (permalink)
krazyjosh5 theres GOLD in dem tubes! Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,018 iTrader: (3)	im a firm believer that everyone should own a ubuntu closet server. heres a few things mine do (and i got this for $200): -store my files as a network attached storage device with a 250gb hard drive -acts a router/server of any kind (internet, print, file, anything) -streams my music to me via a browser when im away from home (Gnump3d) -allows me to remote desktop into it and fuck with unix/shell commands when im in class. great for learning unix, too -acts as web server, mysql server, php server. both locally (good for sandboxing) and via the internet (good for serving temporary files) -rips DVDs and CDs for me at one click (automatically adding them to the appropriate folders in my file library) -burns DVDs and CDs for me at one click the best part is: it does all of this shit without affecting your main computer at all.so you can 'outsource' all of your cpu intensive tasks to this thing in the closet that'll take care of it for you. that way, if you want to rip a CD or DVD, it wont bother your main computing on your main sys. just a few things that $200 gets ya. its 1ghz and 512mb ram. pick one up, seriously!

09-26-2007, 06:35 PM	#14 (permalink)
Possibility Attempting Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 212 iTrader: (0)	I just backup all of my important folders on my removable HD once every month or two. Works for me. __________________ Promotion techniques to drive traffic to and profit from your websites. MyProxyPlus.com - Yet another proxy website - but on a dedicated server

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09-28-2007, 07:44 PM	#16 (permalink)
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