Podcast 2: A Review of Online Backup Solutions

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Considering online backup solutions? In this podcast, I give an overview of these services, the pros and cons, and what you should look for when selecting one. Here are the main points I cover indepth:

Pros of Online Backup Solutions
Protection from data loss
Data is stored remotely
Convenient and affordable
Secure

Cons of Online Backup Solutions
There are a couple very slight risks involved with online backup.
You are trusting that the company you backup with will be around for the long-term.
There is also the risk that your data could be compromised.
Need to rely on another company and your Internet connection to retrieve your files.

What To Look For When Selecting An Online Backup Service Provider
Available features
Security
Price
Ease of use
Technical and customer support

Two companies that meet or exceed these areas of concern when selecting an online backup solution provider, read my review of Carbonite online backup and Mozy Home.