Backup

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When you have problems with your iPhone, you may have no other choice than to RESTORE it back to the factory state. Before you restore, iTunes says it is making a backup of your phone. However, it isn't making a backup of any photos you have taken with it. So when the phone is restored, all of your photos will be gone. READ MORE »

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Backup your data before you upgrade to Mac OS X Leopard 10.5. In fact, even if you aren't upgrading to Leopard -- Backup Up Your Data!!

Everyone uses their own solution, but here are a few recommendations. Some are free, some cost some $$, but each have their own set of unique features. Find a solution that works for you and fits your needs. READ MORE »

Full Drive Clones

If you download music or videos from iTunes, you are technically only permitted to download this content one time. Disaster will strike when you least expect it, so be sure to back up your purchased content. ITunes specifically tells you it is your responsibility to do this. Here is how to backup only your purchased music & videos.

Open 'iTunes'

next, choose 'Preferences'
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I can't say enough about backing up. Just as important as backing up your email is, so is backing up your Address Book. It can literally take hours to add in everyone's name, address, phone number, screenname, etc.

I can't afford to go back and re-enter address... especially ones I don't keep in a rolodex on my desk. The address book is my rolodex.. so I need to keep it backed up.

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If you use Apple Mail, here is a quick way to backup your mailboxes.

Go to your 'Home' folder (From the Finder Menu, choose GO-> HOME). READ MORE »