NextAdvisor launches new detailed online backup service FAQs

Posted by Joe on May 1st, 2008

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We are increasingly finding that our readers have a strong interest in learning about the benefits on online backup services and how they work. Today we launched a new, in-depth frequently asked questions section of our online backup service reviews and comparison section.

Our online back service FAQ covers a variety of topics including:

What is online file backup?
Why do I need an online backup service?
What is a GB or gigabyte?
Will my hard drive really fail?
Is online file backup secure?
How do online backup services work?
Does my computer need to be on and connected to the Internet in order for online backup services to work?
What is the difference between online backup and backing up my files to an external hard drive?
How much storage space do I need for my files?
Are there any limits on how much I can store?
I don’t have very many files on my computer. Do I still need to backup my computer’s hard drive?
Do I need to purchase any special hardware or equipment to use an online backup service?
How do I restore my files using an online backup service?
Will my computer work with online backup services?

You can click on any link above to learn more about that specific topic or visit our online backup service FAQ directly to learn more. As always, you can also see our reviews and comparisons by visiting our guide to online backup services.

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