Backup Documents, Pictures and Videos


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Most of us are not experts, but plane Jane users who want to ensure their documents, pictures and videos are backed up. I have Backer Upper, but would also like to have a second backup. I've tried the old Windows Backup and Restore, but it does not add new files and does not update old ones that are changed. If I try to use FreeFileSynch, it doesn't want to go to my folders on the C-Drive that I'm interested in. I want new files added and old files that have been updated to be replaced with the newest version. Right now, I'm using the Windows Backup and Restore, but I manually go in and change the things it doesn't update. The stuff I read here is usually way over the average users head. Is there a site that explains all of this in a way that rumdums like me can understand on our own? Thanks.
 
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Argentum Backup! Argentuma.com.
An excellent tool.
 

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I've used a product called Syncfolders for years. It's simple and easy to use, free, and has a built-in interface to task schedular so you can run it automatically on a regular basis.
 

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Personally, I prefer disk imaging (on a regular schedule) to other backup methods. Yes, it takes more space. But it provides the security of knowing if anything corrupts your installation, you can always restore everything (or just selected files / folders) with little or no hassle.
 

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Incremental Robocopy Backup Batch Script

This batch script makes a total copy first using Robocopy command and then incrementally, :: ie, it just copies the new files and changed files. @echo off :: Incremental_Backup.bat Created by FreeBooter :: It is a total copy first and then incrementally, :: ie, it just copies the new files and...
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garyb0125 said:
I've used a product called Syncfolders for years. It's simple and easy to use, free, and has a built-in interface to task schedular so you can run it automatically on a regular basis.
Click to expand...

I prefer my own scripts for Backup and Sync processes but I also use SyncFolders for comparing my mirrors especially.
 

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I can simply say that I took the red pill and I am not happy with it.
@balloon66

Here's ten points for filling out your computer specs. :-)
 

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Nothing beats copy/paste, whether to an offline storage or to a cloud.
I have lost backups thrice, because I trusted an online sync, like OneDrive.
Apps are convenient, but they can have vulnerabilities, bugs, no guarantees.
 

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I use Aomei Backupper and also a 26 year old program named FileSync 2.18 that can be downloaded from

FileSync for Windows - Free download and software reviews - CNET Download

Download FileSync latest version for Windows free to try. FileSync latest update: February 26, 2026
download.cnet.com download.cnet.com

May be available from other download sight as well or I can share it if needed

I dont know if I paid for it or not but it says it is registered to me. You do not have to install it. It will run from any folder or floppy
By "FileWare Ltd" that I believe does not exist any more. Ive tried other's that do the same thing but this is the one I keep returning to


Compares and synchronizes folders and files locally,
across networks and over dial-up connections.
Supports long file names and UNC paths.
Can compare files based on time-stamp or binary
compare down to the byte level.
Include and exclude folders.
Include and exclude files based on type and age.
Change copy direction, delete files. Saveable profiles.
Comprehensive filtering options. Report printing.
Supports external difference viewers like FileDiff.

Note: The self extractor will not run on a 64 bit OS unless someone fixed that but I can re-zip up the extracted files.

Note: I just downloaded it from CNET (you have to navigate some BS) and did a binary comparison with what I have and they are identical

Screenshots available upon request


1770588030265.webp
 
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TairikuOkami said:
Nothing beats copy/paste, whether to an offline storage or to a cloud.
I have lost backups thrice, because I trusted an online sync, like OneDrive.
Apps are convenient, but they can have vulnerabilities, bugs, no guarantees.
Click to expand...
100%. When trying to get the Backup and Restore(Windows 7) to work, it doesn’t update any of the files I’m interested in and I have to revert back to that technique. Either I’m doing something wrong, or it just doesn’t work.
 

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Windows 11
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PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Precision 3431
CPU
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-9500 CPU @ 3.00GHz 3.00 GHz
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell 19" LCD
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Chrome
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