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Re: [LUG] File storage and backup

 

On Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 9:15 AM, Neil Winchurst <barnaby@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Tom Brough wrote:
>>>
>> For Me .....
>>
>> A good external USB Drive (x2 if you want redundancy) + good old
>> fashioned tar command from the command line. I don't like the idea of
>> 3rd party "cloud" storage. I like my data where I have total control. If
>> you are worried about fire / physical damage keep one USB drive off site
>> (a good use for relatives). It might not be the most convenient solution
>> but it has its merits. If your data requirements are small enough a usb
>> pen drive might do the trick.
>>
> I have asked about external drives and checked for reviews on the internet.
> I am surprised how often I read that the drive failed after a short time. I
> suppose it is a matter of luck if you get a good one.

My external hard disk (1TB western digital) has work faithfully
without issue for well over a year now. I see no reason to suspect
that an external disk will have less reliability than an internal
disk. They are the same thing after all (or so I believe).

You could always buy the exact disk you want and put it in a caddy
yourself. I have not done this myself but I think it is a cheaper
option. Not that pre-fabricated disks are particularly expensive.... ?
:-)

Best wishes
roly :-)

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