Carbonite integrates Online Backup into Windows Desktop
Carbonite was launched a little over a year ago as a photo backup service. Since then they have grown considerably, and launching international versions and expanding their services to include full-fledged backup.
Their pricing model @ $49.95 / year for unlimited backup is less expensive that most of their competitors. Carbonite’s software only runs on Windows XP and Windows Vista, so Mac users will need to look to another serivce, like Mozy. For Windows users, Carbonite offers a level of integration that its competitors can’t match. Their software allows you to see right from Windows Explorer (i.e. Desktop, My Documents, etc.) each file or folder’s backup status.
Carbonite’s security model is very similar to the other major players in the market, that is to say, very good. All files are encrypted twice; you may optionally manage your own private key to prevent even Carbonite employees from decrypting your data.
All-in-all Carbonite’s backup service is a very appealing one to Windows users who need simple online backup. The simplicity of their service combined with the depth of its integration into the Windows operating system and low price create a perfect storm for a great number of users. Odds are, one of those users is you.
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