The Simple Guide to Backing Up Your Important Data (Without Tech Confusion)

Why Files Need Protection

Hard drives fail. Computers get stolen. Ransomware attacks happen. Protection is simple.

Three Simple Methods

1. Cloud Storage (Easiest) - Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive
- Automatic syncing
- Access from anywhere
- Safer than your computer

2. External Hard Drive - Buy portable drive ($50-150)
- Copy files
- Store safely
- No monthly fees

3. Cloud + External Drive (Best) - 3 copies total
- 2 different storage types
- 1 physically separate
- Maximum protection

Files That Matter

Documents, photos, customer info, financial records, personal work.

Implementation

Week 1: Set up cloud storage (10 min)
Week 2: Move important files (1 hour)
Week 3: Buy external drive if needed

TL;DR

- Problem: Failure, accidents, theft erase work
- Solution: Copies elsewhere (cloud easiest)
- Best practice: Cloud + external drive
- Start this week with cloud storage
- 15 minutes setup, then automatic