Having back up files

[roipatrick]

It is very important to have back up files even if your computer is running in perfect condition.( nobody or nothing is perfect so i'd like to rephrase my sentence to "even if your computer is running is close to perfect condition.) Here are some tips on how to secure your files in case of system crash.

1. When doing an article or a project perhaps, even in downloading programs, games, songs, videos and other applications......be sure to save it also using an external storages like USB sticks, external harddisk, CDs and diskettes. (the last one maybe out of the scene for sometime)
2. Files that can be saved in or using internet access like saving it in your email address can be your optional choice but not recommended but (there's so many but) you can do this if you know the risks.
3. You can temporarily create a folder in your desktop and store all important files and programs that you need. Never delete applications unless you don't need it anymore.
4. Transfering. You can transfer your files from one computer to another , that is if you have muktiple computers but if you don't just follow Tip number 1.

[slavezero]

I just happen know the importance of backup when I experience one of the worse thing that happen to my computing life. My college project that I created for 1 month has been deleted by a virus! the virus showed to me how he deleted my files one by one and worst of all I have to pass it 5 days before it happens. At that time I just wish I have a backup . Now, I always make sure that I have a secure backup of all my important files (external drive, flash disk, DVD and even online backup).