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The 3-2-1 Backup Strategy: Why It's Still the Gold Standard
Strategies
Beginner

Learn why having three copies of your data on two different media types with one copy off-site is still the best approach to data protection.

How to Set Up Automated Backups with Backblaze B2
Cloud Backup
Intermediate

A step-by-step guide to configuring automated backups to Backblaze B2 cloud storage for reliable off-site data protection.

Setting Up a Synology NAS for Home Backup
NAS
Intermediate
February 10, 202315 min read

Complete guide to setting up a Synology NAS device as your central home backup solution with automated backups.

How to Encrypt Your External Hard Drive
Security
Beginner
January 28, 202310 min read

Learn how to secure your backup data with strong encryption on external hard drives using built-in tools and third-party software.

Creating a Secure Backup Strategy for Your Cryptocurrency
Crypto
Advanced

Essential practices for backing up cryptocurrency wallets, seed phrases, and private keys to prevent loss of digital assets.

How to Test Your Backups for Reliability
Best Practices
Beginner
December 20, 20229 min read

Practical methods to verify your backups are working correctly and can be restored when needed - an essential but often overlooked step.

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