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If you want to try how it is to use an online storage service, search for a provider online. Start by filling out an online registration form. You can take advantage of a free online backup service and try a free demo. This is one way of helping you test the waters.

You will then be sent an email with to confirm your registration. Upon signing up, you will be instructed on how you can download the software need to automatically set up the online backups for you.

Once you downloaded the software, the system will scan your files and determines the files, database and folders that need regular backups. It is most likely that you will see action buttons like ‘back up now’ or ‘add to back up’.

Encryption of your data will be processed then the files will be uploaded on your chosen provider’s server. Initial uploading may take a couple of minutes to a few hours, depending on the size of data you need to back up. Your files will be automatically extracted, compressed and encrypting before sending the data to the server. This process is only possible with an internet connection. You will then receive a message that will confirm whether your files have been successfully backed up.