Backup Software

I need a backup program that works well with XP and a CD-RW drive. CD
Easy Creator has a problem with file names that are too long, and rather
than having to manually truncate the names, it would be highly
beneficial to have a program that automatically handles them.
Furthermore, the program should have compression and, if possible, the
ability to span multiple CDs.

mcp6453

mcp6453 <> wrote in message
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> I need a backup program that works well with XP and a CD-RW drive. CD
> Easy Creator has a problem with file names that are too long, and rather
> than having to manually truncate the names, it would be highly
> beneficial to have a program that automatically handles them.
> Furthermore, the program should have compression and, if possible, the
> ability to span multiple CDs.

Powr Quest Disk Image.

Novabackup works with CD, tape, HDD, and DVD, and can be scheduled for
unattended backups. Great program. www.novastor.com . You can download a
time-limited trial version to see how well it works for your needs. Then if
you like it, you can simply buy the serial number online to unlock your
trial copy.




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"mcp6453" <> wrote in message
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> I need a backup program that works well with XP and a CD-RW drive. CD
> Easy Creator has a problem with file names that are too long, and rather
> than having to manually truncate the names, it would be highly
> beneficial to have a program that automatically handles them.
> Furthermore, the program should have compression and, if possible, the
> ability to span multiple CDs.

http://www.genie-soft.com/

I love Genie backup Manager.

It backs up data to CDs, DVDs and across a network. It doesn't make images,
it only backs up the folders and settings you choose with mirror and
incremental modes. It'll also span discs, password protect, compress or
encrypt your backup.


"mcp6453" <> wrote in message
news:...
> I need a backup program that works well with XP and a CD-RW drive. CD
> Easy Creator has a problem with file names that are too long, and rather
> than having to manually truncate the names, it would be highly
> beneficial to have a program that automatically handles them.
> Furthermore, the program should have compression and, if possible, the
> ability to span multiple CDs.

Michael-NC wrote:
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> http://www.genie-soft.com/
>
> I love Genie backup Manager.
>
> It backs up data to CDs, DVDs and across a network. It doesn't make images,
> it only backs up the folders and settings you choose with mirror and
> incremental modes. It'll also span discs, password protect, compress or
> encrypt your backup.

This program looks REALLY neat. I wonder why it is so inexpensive???

mcp6453 wrote:
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> Michael-NC wrote:
> >
> > http://www.genie-soft.com/
> >
> > I love Genie backup Manager.
> >
> > It backs up data to CDs, DVDs and across a network. It doesn't make images,
> > it only backs up the folders and settings you choose with mirror and
> > incremental modes. It'll also span discs, password protect, compress or
> > encrypt your backup.
>
> This program looks REALLY neat. I wonder why it is so inexpensive???


I just found one reason. It will not backup to a tape drive (Travan, for
example) that does not have a drive letter.

On Sat, 14 Feb 2004 08:31:29 -0500, mcp6453 <>
wrote:

>mcp6453 wrote:
>>
>> Michael-NC wrote:
>> >
>> > http://www.genie-soft.com/
>> >
>> > I love Genie backup Manager.
>> >
>> > It backs up data to CDs, DVDs and across a network. It doesn't make images,
>> > it only backs up the folders and settings you choose with mirror and
>> > incremental modes. It'll also span discs, password protect, compress or
>> > encrypt your backup.
>>
>> This program looks REALLY neat. I wonder why it is so inexpensive???
>
>
>I just found one reason. It will not backup to a tape drive (Travan, for
>example) that does not have a drive letter.

Didn't your tape drive come with its OWN software?


Have a nice week...

Trent

Follow Joan Rivers' example --- get pre-embalmed!

Trent© wrote:
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> Didn't your tape drive come with its OWN software?

Yes, Tapestor. Yuck.

"mcp6453" <> wrote in message
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> Trent© wrote:
> >
> > Didn't your tape drive come with its OWN software?
>
> Yes, Tapestor. Yuck.

I can second that opinion. Tapestor does suck great big donkey balls.
Novastor's Novabackup is the best tape software I've worked with.