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I need a tool to create a full backup of my PC and copy it to an external hard drive. Then I intend to format my PC, reinstall the OS and restore my content back to the PC as it was in the first place. I would also like to keep the backup of my content for future peace of mind.

What software would you suggest for this? Which is the best backup solution? I need some help, fast!

Thank you.

Zack263
2012-11-10 03:37:41
I would recommend acronis backup or bitcasa has unlimited cloud storage for free for backup.
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softwaredemons
2012-11-06 04:48:25
Acronis true image is easy to use bakup software
Christopher Harlan
2012-11-04 18:20:01
I like the free edition of EaseUS - I use it constantly when I fix or move computers as workstations.
Vishal Mishra
2012-11-04 07:34:12
FreeFileSync is a really good software to synchronize files between different location, in addition it's easy and open-source.
Brandon Ragoo
2012-11-04 06:28:54
By full backup I'm guessing you mean system image.If your using Windows 7 or Vista this guide should serve you best http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/4241/how-to-create-a-system-image-in-windows-7/however if using windows XP I recommended using this http://www.optimizingpc.com/optimize/systemimage.html
Gurjot Singh
2012-11-04 14:20:25
THANKS
Gutha Gowtham
2012-11-03 18:14:20
SugarSync is what i could suggesthttp://sugarsync.com
Boni Oloff
2012-11-03 14:41:05
You can try Norton Ghost, many companies use this software i think.
Charley Rouse
2012-11-03 02:03:17
+1 for CloneZilla:Visit: http://clonezilla.org/downloads.phpDownload the .iso and burn to CD/DVDPlug in your external harddrive (after ensuring it has sufficent space for a full copy of the PC's Harddrive)Reboot the Machine, (may need to change the boot order to "Allow boot from CD"and follow the prompts.Clonezilla is quick, well written AND most importanlty , recovery of the image is the same procedure, selecting recover and again following the prompts.Highly recommended
josemon maliakal
2012-11-03 01:58:49
I recommend clonezilla which is a best and free app for your Windows OS
Alex Schnapps
2012-11-02 18:57:08
You need a Image backup sofware (instead simple file backup)/ For example free windows utilities:1. Paragon Backup & Recovery 2012 Free (great addition functionality e.g partitioning) http://www.paragon-software.com/home/br-free/2. Macrium Reflect Free (hi speed backup) http://www.macrium.com/reflectfree.aspx3. DriveImage XML (small size programm) http://www.runtime.org/driveimage-xml.htm4. EaseUS Todo Backup Free (ability copy to cloud folder and synchronization data) http://www.todo-backup.com/products/home/free-backup-software.htmetc...
Nikhil Chandak
2012-11-02 16:45:06
I think any of them can help u ......check these out http://www.auslogics.com/en/turbo-windows/best-way-to-back-up-computer/http://www.computerhope.com/issues/chbackup.htm
Gurjot Singh
2012-11-02 15:40:34
I JUST WANT A TOOL THAT CAN HELP ME MAKING BACKUP OF MY SOFTWARES INSTALED IN MY PC , SO THAT I DO'NT HAVE TO WASTE TIME REINSTALLING THEM ..... PLZ HELP
ha14
2012-11-02 17:29:45
perhaps with Almeza MultiSet http://www.almeza.com/pickmeapphttp://pickmeapp.com/
Manuel Guillermo López Buenfil
2012-11-02 14:25:31
The program I use for backup is FreeFileSync:http://freefilesync.sourceforge.net/It is a very good program, but it only works with files, not programs. That is, it will not help you to reinstall a program.
Naveen Kumar
2012-11-02 13:21:56
here you have it best back up toolshttp://www.top5freeware.com/top-5-best-free-windows-backup-software
ha14
2012-11-02 09:43:53
Acronis true image is reliable, it is shareware but you can get support if needed.How to: Clone your hard drive using Clonezillahttp://techatplay.wordpress.com/2011/03/04/how-to-clone-your-hard-drive-using-clonezilla/
Patrick Jackson
2012-11-02 06:42:51
I agree with Lisa, EaseUS Has a great backup application. Go forward and use it!
kumar raja
2012-11-02 04:40:57
Follow the instructions in the below videohttp://www.ehow.com/video_4983428_backup-restore-files-external-hard.html
Lisa Santika Onggrid
2012-11-02 02:15:39
Paragon and EaseUS work well and highly regarded for such operation.
Dino Pearsons
2012-11-02 01:48:15
I've heard great things about Bvckup. (http://www.bvckup.com/)They are also currently developing version 2 of the same app (http://www.bvckup2.com/).It's a really minimal and simple app.
2012-11-02 01:31:00
Depending on your version and edition of Windows, you may already have a backup tool on it. For what you are looking to do, that would be sufficient. If you want to look at tools that can schedule regular backups or create system images, you would be better served looking at the various backup tools from Paragon Software and Easeus as well as Linux based tools such as Clonezilla..