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However, many personal computer users don't really know what they need to back their data up. What's the best way to keep data in a safe location that isn't going to be subject to crippling data loss?
There are hundreds of ways available to back up your data, but some of them are far and away better than the others. Here's a list of some of the best and most secure ways to back your data up without spending too much money.
It may seem obvious, but these days, nearly every computer has a DVD-ROM drive that can write large amounts of information relatively quickly to either a DVD-R or CD-R disc. The discs themselves are relatively inexpensive, and they're a great form of data backup, as long as they're kept properly labeled and checked for consistency.
Beware of underrun errors, and check your data occasionally to make sure everything's ready if your hard drive goes out on you. Generally speaking, it's preferable to use CD/DVD-ROM backup as a secondary method of data backup, but it can do quite nicely in a pinch if you've got a few files or folders you need a backup of quickly.
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