what is the easiest way to back up files so I can run my recovery disk?

Question

internet explorer keeps shutting me down--cannot download anything or access any help info

Answer 1

The only way to back up files is to copy them to a different device. What that device is will depend on your system. If you have a CD or DVD burner, burn them to disk. If you have a second internal hard drive or an external USB drive, use it.

As far as WHAT to back up, begin with the My Documents folders under each user in the Documents and Setting directory. Then look for any other folders with data (pictures, music, vids, documents, etc). It is pointless to back up programs as you can not reinstall them from a backup made by dragging the files to a device. You would need to reinstall them from the original install CDs. You can back up an software install programs you have on your drive.

Answer 2

Well, just yesterday I copied all of my most important files (such as my 1,000+ pictures from events and world trips) onto a 2 GB USB stick/drive. They're good to have. Most computers are compatible with USBs these days and USBs can hold a lot of files (anywhere from about 16 MB to 6 GB or maybe more). They do tend to be expensive... so look for sales! I took advantage of Black Friday and bought a 2 GB one for about $40 less than the usual price.

CDs hold next to nothing if you have a lot of info to back-up and they can become defective if you transfer data off and onto them a few times.

Answer 3

If you have a DVD burner burn all of your important files to a DVD. DVDs can hold much more files than a USB drive or a CD can. It is slower, but much more efficient.

Answer 4

USB Drive, just drag, and drop ur files.

Answer 5

Use external HDD, Pendrive or write it to DVD or CDR.

Answer 6

Only way is to back them on tape or CD.. Floppy's are to small..