AsheGuy wrote:
rk911 wrote:
yup. no one can or will ensure the safety and security of my data as well as me.
I seriously doubt that statement, but if it gives you peace of mind go for it.
When you consider all that can happen to your data (hardware failure, forgetfulness, fire, flood, storms, theft, etc., etc.) and with cloud storage companies whose reputation depends on their secure data, I would bet on cloud storage every day. For a company like Google (now the most valuable company in the world), you can bet they are focused on their cloud's reliability. Other major companies like MS and Apple also have a lot to lose.
And similar motivations give incentive to companies not to mess with your data.
I use cloud storage for my documents and photos and sleep very well at night. And it is NOT expensive.
Two WD Passport drives for < $100 each will give you the peace of mind and similar security without using the cloud. Keep two backup copies with one offsite. However this method is only as good as the physical security and safety of the locations you choose to store the drives.
