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Carbonite data backup launches web access to your files
Recently Carbonite decided to make it easier for users to access their stored files from any computer through a web interface. All you have to do is login using your Carbonite ID and you can browse through all the files that have been backed up. You can't open pictures or movies online, but you can download any files stored on Carbonite's servers to your computer using a web browser.
[via Lifehacker]
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Subscribe to commentsWewtacoApr 26th 2009 6:45PM
I tried this out, but the free trial excludes video files, MP3's, and exe's, as well as many others. The full version excludes video and exe's and others. That's exactly what I need to back up.
AlisonMay 6th 2009 11:35AM
Carbonite will back up any file you want, it's just that those files you talk about backed up automatically. All you have to do is find one file of that type, click on Properties and then under the Carbonite tab check the box that says "Back up all files of this type." That's it. Every file with that extension within the folders selected for backup will be backed up. You're right that it's not automatic, but it would take you at most a minute to add all the MP3s, video files and .exe's you want backed up.
LeCrackzorApr 26th 2009 9:20PM
hey brad, thepiratebay.org is down... torrentfreak.com says nothing, find more information for me please and leave this weak carbonite data backup sht alone for now.
BrianApr 27th 2009 9:22AM
I prefer Drop Box
ChrisApr 27th 2009 9:35AM
Why is this such a big deal? I have been using mozy for almost 18 months now and they had online access to files when I joined them. Also, they have no limitations on what you can back up file wise, you just can't backup from an external drive.
KoolioApr 27th 2009 4:20PM
I am using Mozy also and I don't think Mozy allows you to browse your files remotely. It only allows you to view the file when you're at your local computer. Correct me if I am wrong.
Thanks.
fo_beaversApr 27th 2009 11:48AM
I agree with Chris, http://www.myotherdrive.com has been doing this forever. They also have no limitations on file size and let you backup from external drives. They also have a great automated backup that runs every night. I've been relying on them for two years now for my online backup.
dbermanApr 27th 2009 4:02PM
I use Carbonite and it's a great service. However, don't give people access to your files this way, it's not a good way to send someone a file because with your password they have access to all of your stuff.
If you need to send someone your file, I invite you to send big files for free using my website sendtoperson.com. It's free to send up to 1GB files, very easy to use, and very secure.
DobiMay 12th 2009 3:43AM
Carbonite sounds great but it lacks some important features like backing up external HDD, network drives and USB drives. There are some providers that provide these features. For instance SafeCopy backup(www.safecopybackup.com) has the above features plus it lets you to share the same account for both Mac and Pc.