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Try Online Options to Back Up PC Files

The Wall Street JournalOnline storage options have existed for years but have been relatively expensive and tricky for consumers to figure out. While nearly two-thirds of Internet users in the U.S. say they back up their documents and content, according to research firm Parks Associates, only 9% do so through online services.

From the article "Try Online Options to Back Up PC Files," by Jessica E. Vascellaro

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