Steve has qualms about security. All these sites are password protected, but generally, the data is not encrypted, so there's a chance that someone could peek at your data. For that, Steve recommends Connected Online Backup , which is not free. The virtual hard drive is a great idea. But, as Susie points out, you can't get any of your data if you don't have a reliable net connection.
Nothing's better than free back-up on the web.
Xdrive for best uploading, iDrive for best sharing. This week Walt, like many families at this time of year, takes a look at what kind of computer to send off with your kid to college. Of course, the answer isn't simple. Most colleges support both platforms well. If the college chooses one over the other exclusively then go with what the college recommends, as long as your child can handle the platform.