Ever wanted to backup? Then you need the right program to use.
Of course, you can purchase any backup software you want. But if you are starting, you may want to stick to free backup programs.
Below is a review of some free backup software you can use.
Autobackup by Acute Software
This simple program copies changed files to another directory.
The manufacturers claim that the program is not a replacement for a good backup tool, which is, probably, true.
Lou Backup by Lou Terrailloune Software
A simple backup tool, which copies the files to another folder. Has some options to exclude files and can also backup modified files.
SyncBackup by 2Brightsparks
A more sophisticated, free, backup program.
Can backup to CD, FTP or via LAN.
SyncBackup SE is a better version of the program, but it is not free.
EzItBackup by RDComp Net
A relatively straight-forward backup freeware to backup files to another folder, preserving the folder structure.
Freebyte Backup by Freebyte
A free windows backup program. Allows you to backup any files, sorted by extensions, to a folder. Has basic functions as incremental backup (backup changed files only) and a backup scheduler.
OEBackup - Outlook Express Quick Backup (OEQB)- by OEHelp
A free backup software to backup Outlook emails. The site has numerous information and tips for working with Outlook as well.
Currently, the freebie Outlook Express backup is said to be taken offline, but you can still visit the site to bookmark it.
That’s all Folks! Leave a comment if you know more or better free backup programs.
If you do decide to purchase any backup software, make sure you choose the backup medium you will backup your files to, as it is the main factor of choosing the backup software.
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» Use free backup programs or shareware software? - Fair Backup // Jul 18, 2006 at 7:35 pm
[…] Basically, it all comes down to how bad you need to backup and how you want to backup. If you backup once a month and you don’t necessarily worry about losing your files, you can either backup manually or use some free backup program. […]
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