I'm curious about how everyone backs up their devices, especially without relying on NAS drives. I've heard of various issues with BitLocker (which I have disabled), but I'm more interested in where other people are storing their backups and what software they're using. Any tips for backing up Android, Windows, or Linux devices would be greatly appreciated!
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Honestly, just stick to the 3-2-1 backup rule: 3 copies of your data, 2 on different media, and 1 off-site. It's all about redundancy!
For my setup, I sync all devices to a homelab server using Syncthing. Every 15 minutes, my server takes snapshots and then backs up to BackBlaze daily with Restic. It’s a bit DIY but fits my home needs well.
I recommend BackBlaze for backups. I've been using it for years, and they even have a program where they'll send you a physical drive with your data if you need it.
That's a great service! I've heard it really simplifies the backup process.
That sounds fascinating! I'm thinking of creating a homelab using an old laptop. Any tips on setting it up?