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Welcome to this Free Business Software Guide from Business Bulletpoints. This guide is designed to let you know about free Backup, File Sharing and Sync software and how it can help your business.

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Different types of software backup data in different ways: Locally, inside your computer – Backed up to your internal hard drive

or a separate internal hard drive Locally, to an external hard drive, USB stick or local storage device –

This would be a separate drive that you plug into your computer Online – Backed up to a remote location, in the cloud or on your

backup service’s servers

Different types of backup software

Find out the advantages and disadvantages of different backup software types on the next page

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Find links to backup, file sharing and sync software on the next page

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Please find below the main free software available by category The red-outlined banners link to where you can download / use the software You can also see a comparison of what each type of software offers

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Comparison of popular backup and file sharing software

Software Type of backup Sharing &

Sync? Notes

Local & Online

Online only

Local only

Local & Online

Online only

Online only

Online only

No

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

• Installed with Windows • Backs up system snapshot

• Backs up specific folders • Free and paid plans available

• Backs up specific folders • Free and paid plans available

• Backs up anything in Google Drive folder on your PC

• Backs up anything in Drop Box folder on your PC

• Backs up the folders you specify

• Popular business / corporate solution

Windows Backup

Crashplan

Mozy

Google Drive

Dropbox

SugarSync

Box

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Check your backup settings regularly – You’ll want to reassure yourself that all of your business files and data are being safely and securely backed up

Pay attention to what you are backing up – It’s important to backup any data that you can’t do without; you don’t need to backup *everything* on your computer, but do ensure that you backup all of your key data

Backup in more than one place – Using a combination of local and online backup means that you’ll have more than one copy of your data in case anything goes wrong

Make sure you have enough storage space – If you have a lot of files, or quite large files, it’s very easy to go up to the free quota with this software. Make sure you have enough storage to meet your needs and pay for expanded storage if you need it

Don’t neglect other parts of your computer security – It’s vital to combine backing up with a good antivirus and firewall solution for your business

Deleting local files when using online backup and syncing software – Online syncing software is very good; however, be aware that when you delete a file locally it will also result in it being deleted or moved into a ‘deleted items’ folder online

Hints and tips for backing up your files

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Please find links to useful books below

Further Resources – Useful books

Book Title Amazon US Amazon UK Amazon CA

Take Control of CrashPlan Backups View / Buy View / Buy

‘In this ebook, Joe Kissell helps you devise an effective backup strategy for CrashPlan's unique capabilities.’

Lifehacker: The Guide to Working Faster, Smarter & Better

View / Buy View / Buy View / Buy

‘Lifehackers redefine personal productivity with creative and clever methods for making life easier and more enjoyable.’

Dropbox In 30 Minutes View / Buy View / Buy

‘This unofficial mini-manual will get you up to speed with Dropbox, one of the most popular storage and sharing applications available today.’

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Please find links to other useful resources below

Business Bulletpoints Resources Internet Resources

Free Business Software – Note Taking

Free Business Software – Office Suites

Free Business Software List

Windows Backup Tutorial Introduction to Google Drive & Docs Dropbox Tutorial

Further Resources – Useful links

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