From 3f72c95caa50459cd86aa991cb5e53a1807c5d43 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Matt Speer Date: Tue, 27 May 2025 21:49:44 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Updated readme to include backup list and freqency --- README.md | 34 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++-- 1 file changed, 32 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index a738d6f..495cd2f 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -4,6 +4,36 @@ This repo contains scripts and instructions for backing up and recovering your personal data stored in applications and cloud storage locations. -## Contents +> [!Attention] +> The master backup drive contains all backups along with some historical backups +> Each thumb drive located in Matt and Jennifer's vehicle contain only the latest backup, excluding photos. -## Recommended Backup Frequency \ No newline at end of file +## Process Overview +1. Create a backup of each service / product. + * [Bitwarden](Bitwarden.md) + * [[Bookmarks]] + * [[Google Calendar]] + * [[Google Contacts]] + * [[Google Drive]] +2. Ensure all backups of the services above are placed into the "backup" folder located in Matt's home directory (or the directory of your choice). +3. Connect the master backup drive, that is kept in the safe, to the computer. +4. Copy all backups to the master backup drive. +5. Delete any historical backups on the master backup pdrive according to the [[#Backup Retention]]. + > [!attention] Some backups should not be deleted. +6. Remove the master backup drive and place it back into the safe. +7. Connect the thumb drive located in Jennifer's SUV to the computer. +8. Delete all current backups on the thumb drive. +9. Copy all backups, except photos, to the thumb drive. +10. Remove the thumb drive and place it back in Jennifer's SUV +11. Connect the thumb drive located in Matt's truck to the computer. +12. Delete all current backups on the thumb drive. +13. Copy all backups, except photos, to the thumb drive. +14. Remove the thumb drive and place it back in Matt's truck. +## Recommended Backup Frequency +| Service / Product | Backup Frequency | +| ---- | ---- | +| Bitwarden | Monthly | +| Google Drive | Monthly | +| Google Photos | Monthly | +| Media PC | Monthly | +## Contents \ No newline at end of file