We all suffer from it, the IDMTDT (I Didn't Mean To Delete That) syndrom. I can think of multiple times that I have either deleted something I desperately needed later, or "fubared" my system into disrepair. Having a solid backup on hand for times when IDMTDT syndrom takes hold can be priceless. To help ease the process of making backups LIUtilities recently launched WinBackup.



LIUtilities offers both download able and boxed versions of the software for $29.95 and $49.95 respectively. Considering the price of competing software such as Norton Ghost priced at about $60, WinBackup is priced very competitively.

Program Features

Like any good backup software WinBackup uses either 128-bit or 256-bit encryption to keep data safe should it fall into the hands of someone less than honest. WinBackup also features a backup scheduling agent that will help you keep your backups up-to-date keeping possible, and downtime at a minimum. This program also has built-in CD and DVD writing capability allowing WinBackup to be its own all inclusive package. However, by far the most innovative "feature" about this program is its brilliant combination of ease of use without sacrificing power.

Making a Backup

Upon launch you are greeted with a handy wizard that guides you through the process of making a backup. However, unlike other wizards this one simply points out the steps you need to do with popup balloon tips, as illustrated below.



Doing this allows you to learn the interface fairly quickly and have much more control than a normal wizard found with other backup products such as Norton Ghost, and Windows XP's own backup system.