Re: Backup software

[Kari Eveli lexitec@xxxxxxxx]

Edward,

While I do not question your word as to SP's reliability score, I am not
sure if it is that easy to use for novices or the like. PC Mag UK gave
their Editor's choice to both products, mentioning in particular the
ease of use of the Acronis product.

http://uk.pcmag.com/backup-products/8651/guide/the-best-backup-software-of-2017

I know Acronis has its pitfalls, but a complex outdated user interface
may also be perilous for the non-expert user. Ideally, the backup
software should be installed by a professional including testing and
instructions how to operate it in case of need. Failing that, I would
proceed as follows (DIY tip): first make a bare-metal backup using Redo
Backup and Recovery (http://redobackup.org/), then install the normal
daily backup utility you plan to use, be it Acronis or some other
package, and test it fully for backup and recovery. Without testing, you
may end up in big trouble, if you just back up and think that the backup
will be eventually recoverable if the need arises.


Best regards,

Kari Eveli
LEXITEC Book Publishing (Finland)
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> To confirm: ShadowProtect is unmatched for reliability. (I won’t let Acronis anywhere near my
> system after multiple bad experiences.)
>
> Add a second hard disk to your system (or attach it via a USB 3.0 port) and set ShadowProtect to
> back up your entire disk to it, with a full backup once every week or so, and an incremental backup
> daily (or even more often). I also make a full ShadowProtect backup on a separate USB 3.0 hard disk
> once every week or so and store it away from the computer.
>
> Restore points are often very useful but they don’t always work (System Restore didn’t
> solve a problem for me just last week). When that happens, I restore from a ShadowProtect backup;
> that always works. I use Dropbox to make sure that current versions of my documents are always
> available.