How to back-up your files

Last Updated: 08/12/08

'Backing-up' means creating extra copies of important files and storing them in a separate location to your normal working area.

Tip! Make a copy of the original work and then edit the copy. Common files to back-up include:

It is always important to consider how you can then access files in your back-up area.

The following guidelines are important for creating and recovering back-ups:

Step 1

Check that all computers in which the file will be stored have compatible drives.

Step 2

Be careful as some forms of media are unreliable and need to be stored safely so that they do not become unusable.

Step 3

Make multiple backups to avoid losing the information and remember to label them.

Step 4

Importantly test the back-ups by trying to open them again.

Step 5

Places to Store Backups:

Personal Data: