Valuable Tips Against Data Loss

Valuable Tips Against Data Loss
By M. Young

In the world of technology, few things are more devastating than losing cherished pictures, documents or music files into the digital abyss. While most of the experts at computer service companies offer certified data recovery services, they urge their customers to be proactive and guard their computers from data loss. Here are five simple ways to avoid losing files - no technological expertise required.

1. Back up all files - regularly! As basic as this advice may seem, computer owners often forget to back up important files. Take the time to secure valuable information instead of paying the price when the hard drive crashes.

It's simple! Mac owners can use Time Machine to back up files. For PCs, just click "Backup and Restore" after choosing "System and Maintenance" in the Control Panel. More detailed instructions are can be viewed at windows.Microsoft.com and support.apple.com.

2. Store operating system and documents separately. No matter the size or quality, all hard drives will eventually become clogged with data and are susceptible to crashing. Instead of pushing the hard drive to its limits, load hefty files on an external drive. External drives vary in price according to available storage space, but they're relatively inexpensive and are installed easily. Just plug it into the firewire port or USB!

A more compact solution is to install an extra internal hard drive to store data. If there's room in the machine, the professionally trained IT consultants at computer service companies can install an additional internal hard drive into PC and Mac computers.

3. Disregard questionable email attachments. Be cautious of surprising emails with attachments. The file may seem innocent enough, but this is a common method of delivering dangerous viruses to unsuspicious computers owners. Even if the file is harmless, saving it on the computer will consume more precious space on the hard drive, raising the chances of a data loss disaster. Be smart - don't trust every message in the inbox.

4. Type carefully! Speedy typers, don't let those fingers get careless! Deletions are often a result of clumsiness, human error or carelessness when shuffling files around. It's important to stay alert while handling important documents.

5. Let the clouds store data. The ultimate security solution to mechanical failures, natural disasters and robberies are cloud-based backup systems. By duplicating files and using services like Dropbox or Microsoft SkyDrive to save them, users can store a limited number of important documents into a digital cloud at no cost.

More space can be purchased for heavier files that surpass the free storage limits (7GB for SkyDrive and 2GB for Dropbox). For giant, space-eating endeavors, programs like Mozy, Carbonite and CrashPlan+ supply tons of storage room ideal for businesses. Mac owners have the luxury of using iCloud, a cloud-based storage system which holds up to 5GB for free.

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Computer CPR is a team of expert IT consultants who supply network administration services, Mac and PC repair, data recovery and virus removal in Southlake and surrounding communities. To learn additional information about Computer CPR's technology services, visit www.computercpr.com or call (817) 915-0111.

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