NTI Backup NOW! is a powerful backup tool that will guide you all through the backup process. The program is very easy to use and navigate. It features a totally intuitive interface similar to Windows Explorer (with check boxes next to files and folders) that will allow you to select the files and folders you want to back up, the destination and filename, and any optional settings,such as the data compression. A great feature of the the program is its ability to backup to multiple CD or DVD drives automatically if the backup takes more than one disk. Also, when restoring data, the program gives you the option to compare files in the backup set to the source. However, BackupNow! fails to provide explicit settings to allow you to backup your Windows Registry, Desktop, Favorites and other system settings. So, in order to back up these items you need to know the appropriate location of that files. What is more, the full version of BackupNow! includes a full drive/partition backup program handles open files, including the Windows registry. Also, it allows you to create bootable rescue media to be use in case of disaster recovery, and also to resume an interrupted backup.
v5.5.1.135 [Aug 29, 2009]
New features:
- Enhanced Performance for faster backups
- Incremental Drive Image Backup for Complete System Backup and Restore
- Support for Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) - Open files can be backed up without having to close the running program(s)
- Customized Description Fields in Backup Job - You can enter the backup job's information to show when and why it was created
- Create a Bootable Image Restore CD/DVD - Quickly restores an entire hard drive including the operating system, all data and applications
- Restore points allow you to easily go back and restore from a particular point in time
