Data Backup 101: Don't Lose Your Files
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# Data Backup 101: Don't Lose Your Files
Every week someone walks into Technoland with a dead hard drive and no backup. Don't be that person. Here's how to protect your files.
The 3-2-1 Rule
Keep 3 copies of your important data, on 2 different types of media, with 1 copy offsite. This sounds complicated but it's simpler than you think.
Easy Backup Options
An external hard drive ($50-$80) is the simplest option. Plug it in, set up automatic backups (Time Machine on Mac, File History on Windows), and you're protected.
Cloud Backup
Services like Google Drive, OneDrive, or iCloud automatically sync your files. Most offer 5-15GB free, and paid plans are affordable.
What to Backup
At minimum: photos, documents, financial records, and anything you can't replace. Don't worry about backing up programs — those can be reinstalled.
Need help with this? Visit Technoland Computer Repair at 320 N Verdugo Rd, Suite 200, Glendale, CA 91206 or call (818) 507-0746. We've been Glendale's trusted computer repair shop since 1988.
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Visit Technoland at 320 North Verdugo Rd. Suite 200, Glendale, CA 91206 or call us at (818) 507-0746. We've been solving computer problems in Glendale since 1988.