It happens. We don't back up everything all the time, we're human, we forget. We put it off, we get distracted, or, quite simply, we can't be bothered.
And even if we do back it up, things go wrong: software failure, electrical surge, virus, lost USB, heck, even plague of locusts (it could happen).
Realizing you can't find a file that you desperately need is an absolute nightmare. It brings the calmest individual out in a cold sweat, and the rising panic caused by trawling through places it just has to be has seen plenty of computers become subject to a torrent of verbal abuse usually reserved for traffic wardens, the tax man, or *insert irritating celebrity here*.
But before you throw your laptop out of the window, take a moment to check out My Asset Tag's useful infographic. Whether you're file was in the cloud, on your hard drive, on mobile storage or even a mobile device, they can help you find it. Just follow the arrows and click on the relevant links – it could be the smartest thing you've done all day.
Click image to open interactive version (via MyAssetTag).
Authors Bio
Rob Toledo is a Seattleite who matches the usual stereotypes. Loves coffee, the rain, and prefers dogs to cats. When not rambling about marketing and web design, he can be found in the mountains either climbing or hiking.
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