It’s summer! You’ve been planning your getaway and the time is almost at hand.

But wait! Before you leave – follow these three tasks and protect your data and prepare for your return.

1. Clean up

• Delete the files in your C:\Windows\Temp folder
• Delete the files in your C:\Windows\Prefetch folder
• Clean up your My Documents folder (especially old photos, etc)

2. Backup your data

• Copy your My Documents folder to an external USB hard disk, or USB key/stick
• Export your data from Outlook (File, Import and Export, Export to a file, select Personal Folder File (.pst), Select Personal Folders and check the box for Include Subfolders, Browse to your external USB disk or key, click OK) More details here.
• Got data hiding in other places? drag and drop it all to that USB disk or key.

3. Tell people when you are coming back

• In Outlook, turn on the Out of Office Assistant (Tools, Out of Office Assistant, click I am currently Out of the Office, type your message saying when you will be back) More details here.

Take the time to follow these three easy steps and attain true peace of mind while on vacation, knowing your data is safe. When you get back you just need to turn off the Out of Office Assistant and pick up where you left off.

Need help or technical information? Call Foreverwarm Consulting’s mobile support number at 604-715-5107

Foreverwarm Consulting Inc provides peace of mind to small businesses through proactive computer and network services.

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