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  • Jul 25, 2006, 06:38 AM
    RickJ
    Automatic Backup of files
    I'm tired of the poor performance and funky interface of Retrospect.

    I want to backup My Documents (automatically and nightly) to my external HD.

    Looking for good freebie or cheap backup program suggestions.

    Thanks!
  • Jul 25, 2006, 06:40 AM
    ScottGem
    Try Backup MY PC from Stomp. I used that with no problems until I switched to Norton Ghost. I only switched because I was using Ghost for cloning so I decided to use just one program.
  • Jul 25, 2006, 06:45 AM
    RickJ
    Thanks, Scott. It sure looks trustworthy, but it's $60. Currently they're selling it as PCBackup v7.3.1.3. What version is yours?
  • Jul 25, 2006, 06:54 AM
    NeedKarma
    Is free OK with you?

    http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/col...id,1352,00.asp
  • Jul 25, 2006, 07:16 AM
    ScottGem
    My version is older ;) Haven't a clue, I'm on vacation this week so don't have access to it.
  • Jul 25, 2006, 07:20 AM
    RickJ
    Thanks, NK.

    I've tried 2 on that list and was not happy with them... but haven't tried SyncBack yet.

    ... heading off to give it a test drive.
  • Aug 1, 2006, 08:09 AM
    NeedKarma
    Rick,

    I was browsing a site that I subscribe to and notice this little nugget that gets a big thumbs-up by the guy who reviews freeware/shareware:

    http://www.backupanswers.com/freewinbackup/
  • Aug 1, 2006, 08:19 AM
    RickJ
    Thanks, NK, but I installed SyncBack a week ago and just and love it. It's free, easy to set up, and works wonderfully. The old freebie I was using often locked up and/or gave error messages.

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