We’ve all heard the advice a thousand times: back up your files. And most of us mean to — until something crashes, a hard drive dies, or a coffee spills, and suddenly we’re googling “data recovery” with sweaty palms. But here’s the thing almost no one talks about: one backup isn’t enough.
The safest way to protect your data is called the 3-2-1 rule. That’s three copies of your data, stored on two different types of media, with one copy kept offsite. For example, you might have your files on your main computer, a backup drive at home, and a cloud backup service. That way, even if your laptop is stolen or your house floods, your important stuff is still safe.
Cloud backups are great because they run automatically, but don’t ignore physical backups. A small external drive can save you a big headache. If you’re not sure where to start, we can set up a system for you that works in the background and keeps you covered 24/7. Future you will thank you.