You can back up your data on your computer to a DVD, CD, or external hard drive with a built-in backup program in Windows 7.The backup program in Windows 7 saves image backups, file backups and even backs up files automatically to save the latest versions of your documents.You can back up your Windows 7 computer with online cloud storage or third-party backup software.
Step 1: Go to the Start menu and select the Control Panel.
Step 2: Click on system and maintenance, then click on backup and restore.
Step 3: Select the drive to which you want your data backed up after you click on "Set up backup."
Microsoft recommends storing backups on hard disks other than Windows 7, such as a CD, DVD, or external hard disk.Click on "Refresh" in the Backup and Restore window to insert the device you want your backup saved on.
Step 4: When asked which files to back up, select "let me choose"
You can choose the items you want backed up on a regular basis.If you choose this option, Windows will not back up items formatted with the FAT file system, items in the Recycle Bin, or temp files larger than one gigabyte.
Step 5: Next, click on "Next" to place checkmarks next to the files and items you want backed up.
Photos, documents, music, contacts, favorites, and more can be saved.
Step 6: Click on "Save settings and run backup" after reviewing the backup settings you selected.
If you want Windows to back up your data on a schedule you specify, click on the "Change schedule" button.If that's the case, Windows will back up your data once per month.
Step 7: Wait for Windows 7 to finish backing up your data
Depending on the amount of data you want backed up, the process may take several minutes.The progress bar will show the status of the backup.You can see your backups in Windows Explorer when the backup is complete.
Step 8: You can store the storage device in a safe place.
You will be able to back up your Windows 7 files.Windows will prompt you to insert the storage media at the time of the next scheduled backup if you set up the Backup and Restore program to run on an automatic schedule.
Step 9: You can use third-party backup software.
There are online backup programs that will backup your Windows 7 data to an external device.AOMEI Backupper, EaseUS Todo Backup Free, Redo Backup and Recovery, and Cobian Backup are some of the free backup programs you can use.Select the external drive you want your data backed up on from the menu.Select the partition or drive you want to back up, then choose the option to run the backup.Remove the storage device from your computer and store it in a safe location.
Step 10: It's a good idea to back up your data to a cloud storage service.
It is ideal for users who have enough network bandwidth to handle the amount of data they want backed up.If you have a Windows 7 computer, online cloud storage services will cost between $50 to $100 per year to back up your files.There are a number of cloud storage services you can use.