Other Ways to Backup

In addition to online backup, there are other methods to back up your computer. Carefully evaluate these options based on cost, ease of use, commitment of your time or some combination of the three.

For example, CD/DVDs are inexpensive but don’t hold a lot of data and require you to manage the backup process manually. Who has time for swapping and labeling maxed out CDs? External hard drives can hold more data than a CD and you don’t have to keep track of the labeling, but they still require manual oversight and a physical connection to your computer. Both of these solutions also require you to REMEMBER to back up--adding a layer of complexity—and neither offer the security of encryption.

After your evaluation you’ll find that Carbonite Online Backup keeps it simple and provides greater value at a lower price.