I am trying to create a solid backup plan for our home data (family pictures) as well as movies, sports games, etc. I currently have been backing up on several external drives (1-2TB) and know that I need to have backups of those. I also have used a cloud server for pictures but would prefer to move away from that (or find a better, more secure place - currently using SugarSync).
My thought is to get a NAS set up (thinking 4 bay Synology) that I could use for backups and also potentially to use as a media server. I'm not sure what is best to do for offsite backups.
My other questions:
- Is it a good idea to use a NAS for both backup and media server? What software is best for the NAS? Any specific brand (is there one better/easier to use than Synology)? What about best harddrives to use?
- Do others use a cloud based back up? If not, what do you use for offsite backup?
- Any other advice for a novice?