There was a lot of new information that I got out of last week's class. While I was always aware of anti-virus software and the need for it, I don't know that I gave it the attention and appreciation that it deserved. Back when I used a PC laptop, my understanding of what my responsibilities were for keeping my equipment safe and secure was very naive. I had Norton Anti-Virus software installed on my computer and ran it weekly, and even had spyware software installed. However, I don't think that I really understood what my responsibilities were, after the software had run and done it's job. I absolutely have a better understanding of what my role is in keeping my computer protected and how that is supposed to work.
The one piece of information that I am really implementing into my life, effective immediately, are my backup procedures. I have been doing a much better job backing up my documents and files on an external hard drive on a more regular schedule, as well as using an online storage service (Dropbox). Using Dropbox has provided me with a huge sense of comfort, knowing that I can simply drag a document into the folder and the cloud technologies allow me to access that document instantly on any other computer that has Dropbox downloaded or has access to the Internet, so that I can log on to my account. I am very grateful to have learned about these topics in more detail and at a time in my life where I can appreciate them and understand the impact of losing certain material.
How is Dropbox working for you as a backup service? If I remember right, it's only 2 GB per user. Are you just choosing the most important files?
ReplyDeleteDropbox has had a similar comforting feeling for me. I had never worried all that much about data backup before, even though I have had a crash and lost a lot of data. My favorite aspect of dropbox is that it does not require a lot of extra time or work in backing up the files and the price is right (free!!!).
ReplyDeleteI agree about the comfort of having an online backup of my files. In fact, I have taken it one step further as I no longer carry around a flash drive. I no longer have to worry about a failing flash drive or sending it through the wash. I understand that I need an internet connection to access those files but 100% of the PCs that I work on have an Internet connection and even if they don't I have the mobile app installed on my phone and I can access my files that way as long as I get a signal for the Sprint network. (I'm using SugarSync)
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