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While all entrepreneurs take a risk in starting their own business, there is no reason why you should leave the safety of that business to chance.  An on-line backup system is an affordable way to guard against unforeseen circumstances such as fire, theft or power failures.  Find out why an off-site backup system is a great way to protect yourself – and your information.

Online Backup Service Providers:

  • IBackup
    • Uses an In-File Delta process so backups are very quick.
    • Allows system-state backup for full system restore.
    • Access via a desktop application.
  • FilesAnywhere
    • Single-user, Multi-user, and corporate plans.
    • Access anywhere via a Website.
  • Xdrive
    • Free 5GB account with AOL screen name.
    • Access via a desktop application, a website, and wirelessly.
  • Mozy
    • Free 2GB account.
    • Uses an In-File Delta process so backups are very quick.
    • Access via a desktop application.
  • DATABarracks
    • Plans for home, small business, and enterprise.
    • Uses an In-File Delta process so backups are very quick.
    • Access anywhere via a website, or desktop application for businesses.
  • Argati
    • Plans for home, small business, and enterprise.
    • Uses an In-File Delta process so backups are very quick.
    • Access via a multi-platform desktop application, and a website.

For more online backup providers check out the Backup Review.


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While many of these services are wonderful tools for backing up your data, make sure you understand what they will provide for you if you need help retrieving your files, of if you are unable to retrieve your files. Some of them make no guarantees about the availability of your data. Caveat emptor ...

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