Why should I make multiple backups?
Most people don’t test their backup until their computer fails and they need the data. Often we see them find out (too late) that there was an error that made their only backup unreadable and they have lost all their files even though they thought they were backing up.
We recommend keeping a second backup in a different location (work, safety deposit box, friend's house) in case your computer is in a flood or fire or if your backup drive is stolen along with your Mac.
Published March 24, 2009 12:00 PM
Last modified on November 25, 2011 12:27 PM
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