Windows 11 what is a good backup software

I have just upgraded my PC to Windows 11. I also upgraded all of my PC's internal items. (MB, RAM, 2-HD's, CPU, etc, etc.

I have always used a WD Backup Software to backup my PC. I found out that WD no longer has the backup software that I used for several years. So what is a good Backup Software?

Edited by hamluis, 30 May 2024 - 01:34 PM.
Moved from Win 11 to Backup - Hamluis.

I would recommend creating weekly Disk Images to back up your entire computer with your files and folders and Windows 11, and here is a list of available Disk Image software.

You can, for example, use the Macrium Reflect 8 Home Free Trial for 30 days and then purchase Macrium Reflect 8 Home.

Or you can, for another example, use the Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office Free Trial for 30 days and then purchase Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office Essentials, Advanced, or Premium.

As a Home User, I have no affiliation with Macrium or Acronis, but I use Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office Essentials, which has worked flawlessly for eight and a half years.

However, other members who use Macrium Reflect will write that Macrium Reflect has also worked impeccably for many years, so it is up to you.

Good luck!

If cost is not a prohibiting factor, may also consider EaseUS.

Have been pleased in the past with their backup quality and the option to convert backed up system images directly into bootable virtual machines.

EaseUS Todo Backup

Edited by force41, 30 May 2024 - 01:40 PM.

There are several Programs out there and we will happily argue for hours as to which is the superior.

However, what is more important is you system/routine and whether you are sticking to it.

Just to confuse the issue, I use NTI Shadow, and appear to be the only person here, that does.

I hope that I never need to find out how good it is, but then, that is the nature of a backup for almost all of us.

Edited by wee-eddie, 30 May 2024 - 02:27 PM.