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This is the Windows backup software I’ve tested or installed for others.

The information on this page is outdated and the software and services have probably changed since I used them.

Software I Recommend

Carbonite Online Backup

Carbonite is the software I recommend to friends and family who need easy to use and reliable backup software for Windows only.

For Windows

Website: www.carbonite.com

Carbonite provides a 15-day trial but unlike Mozy does not have a free account or provide Mac Support. Carbonite’s greatest strength, and why I frequently recommend it, is it’s ease of use. The user interface is simple and straight-forward. Carbonite is what I recommend to non-technical friends and family. The lack of settings and features is a plus when you don’t want to worry about things going wrong. If all a person does with a computer is surf, email, listen to music and save the family photos then Carbonite is a a good choice.

Software I’ve Tried

EMC Restrospect Express 7.5

This software is included with many external drives. I used the version that shipped with the Western Digital My Book external drive.

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