[Leica] Data/image Backups.

[spencer at aotera.org (Spencer Cheng)]

Do not trust USB flash memory sticks as a backup medium. Their longevity is 
unknown at this time. This particularly applies to the higher density (many 
GB) sticks. Applies to solid state drives also.

I will also echo Richard's comment about not trusting any of the "cloud" 
storage services unless a) you know the exact term of service and b) the 
service provider is contractually obliged to notify you if there is a change 
in the term of service. Privacy and many other reservations applies also.

Regards,
Spencer

On Dec 29, 2011, at 0:43, Fred Holzapfel wrote:

> Ken was mentioning the need for easy data backups.   In my 32 years of data
> processing the one guarantee is that you cannot have enough backups.
> Personally I use a product called "Carbonite".   It is easy to use, runs in
> the back ground and keeps my PC and data reasonably current.   In addition 
> I
> use the standard widows backup to a data stick.  I do the data stick 
> monthly
> to have a personal backup in the event I cannot get on-line or there are
> issues with the internet.   Today a multiple gigabyte data stick is only a
> few dollars making it very inexpensive backup.  Most are easy to set up and
> use.  By using both methods I am quite certain my images, e-mails, etc. are
> all reasonably safe.  You can look at the "Carbonite" product at:
> http://www.carbonite.com/en/home/online-backup   I have no relationship 
> with
> Carbonite except being a satisfied customer.    I hope that is of some help
> to those looking for a good backup solution.  There must be others
> available.     Happy New Year to the LUG!