Online backup

How to connect to Box using FTP server

By Stephen Cooper in Online backup, on June 6, 2021 at 10:24 am

There are many ways to use the cloud storage facility, Box. One is to connect to the Box FTP server.

How to connect to Dropbox using FTP server

By Stephen Cooper in Online backup, on May 29, 2021 at 11:19 am

You can bulk upload your files to Dropbox by using that platform’s regular syncing mechanism. We show you how.

Dell DataSafe Online discontinued, try these 9 secure alternatives

By Aimee O'Driscoll in Online backup, on April 5, 2018 at 11:31 am

With the Dell DataSafe online service having been discontinued, chances are you're looking for some other options for online backup. We reveal 9 secure Dell DataSafe Online alternatives and explain why each one might be a good choice.

Upgrading to Windows 10? Back up your PC first! Here’s how

By Paul Bischoff in Online backup, on September 24, 2015 at 3:07 am

If you're planning on upgrading to Windows 10 from an older version, take the time to backup your computer first. It should preserve all your files, but things don’t always go as planned. Check out our advice for backing up your PC before taking the plunge.

The difference between cloud backup, cloud storage, and synchronization

By Paul Bischoff in Online backup, on September 23, 2015 at 12:04 am

Cloud backup and cloud storage are often confused with each other. Cloud sync, also known as synchronization, is a feature built on top of these two methods of remotely stowing away data. Learn the difference here.

Is Cloud storage and online backup secure?

By Lee Munson in Online backup, on September 7, 2015 at 11:11 am

With more and more of us opting to store our data in the cloud and multiple reports of celebrities finding their sensitive data and photos have been accessed and compromised should you be concerned about the security of cloud storage?