How do I backup or transfer my computer files?

Question

I've had this computer for over 4 years and plan on moving to a newer Vista or maybe even a Mac. What are the best ways to backup and transfer my files? And does a Mac making a difference when I want to transfer my XP files to it?

Answer 1

You can use Mozy to backup your personal data off-site with encryption.

Use this link to get 2.25 Gb for free for your backups:

https://mozy.com/?code=94HW8M

I am using for 2 years and is very good, and FREE.

Answer 2

You should burn all of your Pictures, Documents, Video, Music, Program Install Files etc. to a DVD or CD. You can also get 8GB USB Flash drives for about $20. You won't be able to back up actual installed software. You will have to reinstall those. Backing up just means to copy all of your files to a medium that is transferable to another drive.

Answer 3

Get a removable object (pendrive)

or am empty disk and a rewritable CD-ROM

click on start menu, all programs, accessories, system tools, backup

and there you go. follow instructions to complete your task

Answer 4

get an empty disk and start a back up in ur computer the files will transfer there.