The importance of backing up your files seems obvious, but choosing how gets complicated fast. The built-in Windows backup option is painfully basic, while decent software costs serious money.

OneDrive Backup (often called Folder Backup or Known Folder Move) automatically syncs the contents of your Windows Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders to your OneDrive cloud storage. This ...

Microsoft automatically turns on OneDrive Backup in new Windows 11 installations. Your files aren't stolen -- they've just been moved to a new folder and synced to the cloud. A recent, undocumented ...

Locking down individual files is great, but a blanket encryption will prevent anyone from getting their paws on your files.