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What you should know about online backup
If you need a mass-storage solution, external hard drives can store hundreds of gigabytes of data. If you need a small amount of extra storage or you want to easily transport files from one computer to another, a USB flash drive is an option. These tiny drives come in capacities of up to 64 GB. See our reports on external hard drives and USB flash drives for more about these options.
If you mainly want to store and share photos, consider going with a photo-centric service instead. See our related reports on photo sharing and digital photo printing for more information on these services.
NotebookReview.com has an excellent buyer's guide to online backup, complete with reviews of five of the leading providers.
Denise Deveau of the Financial Post has an interesting article, reprinted in the Calgary Herald, on why you should use online backup and other storage services.
The blog ToMuse.com has a rundown of 42 online backup services, including a chart where you can compare each one's features.
For business users, Frank Ross at AllBusiness.com discusses what to look for when choosing an online backup service.