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How to keep your external hard drive safe and reliable

External hard drives are one of the unsung heroes of any good backup strategy. Even if you already use cloud storage, having a physical backup gives you an extra layer of protection against data loss. They’re convenient, portable, and great for storing large amounts of data — but only if you treat them well. Just […]

Set it and forget it: why automatic backups are your computer’s best security move

When it comes to protecting your digital life, there’s one simple habit that can save you from major headaches: automatic backups. Whether you use a MacBook or a Windows PC, backing up your files regularly is one of the smartest, easiest ways to protect your data from malware, ransomware, hardware failure, or simple human error. […]

The golden rule of data: never keep all your eggs in one basket

Imagine this nightmare: Your laptop crashes, your hard drive fails, or worse—it’s stolen. Now think about the precious data you just lost: years of irreplaceable family photos, critical tax documents, videos of milestone events, and essential work files. If all of that important data was stored solely on that one local system without a backup, […]

Don’t travel without a safety net: backup your data before you hit the road

You’ve checked your passport, confirmed your hotel, and packed the perfect wardrobe. You’re ready for adventure! But wait—before you lock the front door and head to the airport, there is one crucial security step you absolutely must take: Back up all your important digital information. We know, backing up sounds like tedious homework, but trust […]

The digital life raft: follow the 3-2-1 backup rule to save your data

Imagine this nightmare scenario: Your laptop crashes, your hard drive dies, or worse, a sneaky piece of ransomware locks up all your files. Gone are the vacation photos, the crucial work documents, and that amazing novel you were writing. Scary, right? We all know we should back up our data, but knowing the “best” way […]

Trading in your tech–don’t leave digital ghosts behind

So, you’re getting a shiny new computer! Awesome! But before you box up that old clunker and send it off to its next adventure (or the recycling plant), you need to do one very important thing: wipe it clean of your personal information. Think of it like decluttering your house before you move – you […]