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Alternative backup drives with large capacities, such as CD-R/RW and ZIP
drives, allow you to combine storage and backup with a single device. If
you download or create large files and do not want to limit your hard drive
space, you might consider such an option. These drives provide more speed
than a traditional backup-only drive. Most such drives can be connected to
your WinBook notebook’s parallel port or USB port or through a PCMCIA
card that provides a SCSI port or other interface port.
Archiving
In addition to backing up your work, it is also worth considering archiving
old files. This means moving them off the hard disk (to free up space) and
placing them into a safe location where they are less likely to be damaged
or altered. If you will not be going back to alter a file (e.g. a previous
year’s tax records), then leaving it on your hard drive is an easy invitation
for accidental alteration. Archiving such files will help prevent such
mishaps.
Software Updates
One way to insure the optimal operation of your WinBook notebook is
to be certain that you have the most current software. WinBook posts
updated versions of your system’s BIOS software on the technical support
website: www.winbookcorp.com. You can look for updates to the BIOS
of the WinBook notebook and download them from the site. There are
instructions available for performing the upgrade, or you can contact
Technical Support for assistance. WARNING: You must follow the direc-
tions carefully. Improper installation can affect system performance.
In addition to BIOS updates, the WinBook technical support website
also provides updated device drivers for system hardware as they become
available. You should check the site periodically and update your device
drivers to insure optimal performance of your WinBook notebook.
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