Backup Files Regularly

The most important precaution you can take to prevent loss from computer failure is to make backup copies of everything you do. There is usually no need to make backups of the programs or applications on your system since you can easily reinstall software.

You should, however, keep copies of all files you create on your computer.

If you store your backup copies of files on the desk beside your computer, you may find that the same leak or smoke that damages your computer damages your backups. You should try to find a place either at a different site or at least in another room for storing backup files.