The best basic backup software??

[TigerTech]

I need a simple but reliable backup software and I trust the experts here to point me in the right direction.

I just need a basic piece of reliable software that will automatically back up files and folders I select to an external hard drive nightly. BTW I'm using Win2000.

If anyone can help I'd really appreciate it. Thanks.

 

[fibroptikl]

Start --> Programs --> Accessories --> System Tools --> Backup

 

[StickyLoad]

you could always write a batch file and use the task scheduler

 

[binary digit]

check out this freeware app. http://www.2brightsparks.com/syncback/

It has a ton of features and best of all its free.

 

[Deleted member 19858]

Veritas BackupExec if you wanna spend the money

 

[draconius]

man tar

<edit> I see you are using windows. my bad!! I trhow in the vote for veritas....it works well but isnt free </edit>

 

[lomn75]

like stickyload suggested, a batch file (using xcopy, check xcopy /? in the command prompt for usage) plus the scheduler is generally sufficient.

 

[Optimus]

In task scheduler you can set up in the run command of a new job:

xcopy.exe "Highest Original Directory" "Backup Directory"

And the rest should be obvious.

 

[fusionrs]

Veritas is amazing