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    Backup: WinRar vs TrueImage

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by FFT, Apr 30, 2010.

  1. FFT

    FFT Notebook Consultant

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    What type of backup solution do you suggest?
    Currently, I use Acronis TrueImage to backup files and folders.
    However, I'm thinking about changing to creating rar archives. It's easier to open than a tib file.
    Is the TI's compression ratio better than WinRar's?
    Any advantages/disadvantages of using one versus the other?
    Thanks.
     
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    Tinderbox (UK) BAKED BEAN KING

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  3. RAQemUP

    RAQemUP Notebook Evangelist

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    Besides Acronis True Image, what other backup software is out there (free or affordable) can backup just specific files and folders?
     
    RAQemUP, May 1, 2010
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  4. booboo12

    booboo12 Notebook Prophet

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    Windows 7 Backup can save specific files and folders. :)
     
    booboo12, May 1, 2010
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    newsposter Notebook Virtuoso

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    cobian backup can create your backups in several standard archive formats

    Cobian's site
     
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  6. RAQemUP

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    I guess I should clarify that this is for a pc with Win XP Pro on it.

    Edit: That Cobian Backup just might do the trick. Thanks for that.
     
    RAQemUP, May 1, 2010
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