I use Acronis True Image to Backup computers. It is very easy. However, outsourcing your backups is a grand idea, for most people. Full Proof backing up of database data is not for the hobbyist ! SynpaseDirect also offers remote backup, but I haven't tried it yet.
Yes, the major problem is that backup needs to be done, and if it's not automated, it just won't get done.
Offsite backup is also a HIPAA requirement.
I get Acronis 9 to do incremental backups at 3am everyday on my \patients\ directory.
It stores the backups in the "Secure Zone" which is a hidden partition of the Hard Drive.
Works well thus far.
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I still do episodic entire system images. That can be automated as well.
Sure. Agreed. A good backup plan needs lots of options. Hard drives fail, but this is mostly for file corruption/deletion/me screwing things up/virus minces the files kinda problems.
Plus, it's easy.