Backing up your stuff! Data is the core of what we do with computers yet one of the most neglected tasks is backing up your stuff!  This is ironic considering a large amount of what we do at Dubbo Computer Repairs is data recovery.  Criminals realise this also. For example the spate of data encryption locking viruses that have been promulgated recently. Targeting the gear you hold dear like documents and photographs. I thought I would offer a couple of ideas that might help with this problem particularly now that the National Broadband Network is available to the area immediately surrounding Dubbo. Two simple options: 1/ External hard drivesGreat capacity and ease of use with a lowish cost now (under $100 for some). Not safe from a lot of viruses including ransomwareThese can also be prone to other problems like power surges, fire and dogs/cats/kids dropping them from a great height. Seagate 2TB Backup Plus Slim External Drive, STHN2000402,Blue    Shop now WD 4TB Elements Portable USB 3.0 High Capacity Hard Drive, WDBU6Y0040BBK-WESN,Black    Shop now WD 12 … Continue reading Backing up your stuff