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Online Backup Chooser

Answer the questions below to find the right service for you

How much storage do you need?

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50 GB 150 GB
75 GB 151+ GB
100 GB
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Since online backup is only meant for documents, media, and program files, don't include hard drive space devoted to program files.

How many computers will you need to back up?

2
1 4
2 5
3 6+
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If you have multiple computers, choose to back them up with the same service.

Do you need to back up a Mac or PC?

3
Mac
PC
Both
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Some online backup services work with both Macs and PCs, while some specialize one or the other.

Do you need to back up external drives?

4
Yes
No
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Not all online backup services can back-up hard drives attached to your computer.

Do you want to be able to use your online backup account to share files with others?

5
Yes
No
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Some online backup services allow you to selectively and securely share files with others.
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Do you want to manage your own encryption key?

6
Yes
No
Doesn't Matter
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Managing your own encryption key means only you can unlock your data, but it also means there's no way to uncover your password if you lose it.

Do you want to sync documents between computers?

7
Yes
No
Doesn't Matter
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Services that sync documents between computers allow documents to be continuously updated and have the updates transferred between computers.

Do you want your online backup service to stream your stored music to a computer or smart phone?

8
Yes
No
Doesn't Matter
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Smart phones include the iPhone, Android and Blackberry.

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