Essential Tasks - Computer Backup

When using a computer everyone generates data - a lot of it.  Pictures, videos, documents, and game saves files are a few examples of the information people create.  If a computer (including phones and tablets) is lost, stolen, or damaged this data is gone.  The only protection for loss is to use a backup system so data can be recovered in the event of a disaster.  Some purchased software can only be downloaded for a short time so it is important to back up programs and the operating system as