There are many ways to keep your data safe but nothing comes close to the ease of using an off-site backup service. Knowing your data backup is always up to date while your computer is connected to an internet connection just makes sense.  Basically if you are not sure if you require this service then ask yourself this one question:  Do you have any data on your computer worth $50 or more whereas if you lost it, you would be completely lost?  If you answer yes, then don't hesitate and subscribe to an off-site backup service. 

BACKBLAZE backup offers a month to month service, yearly and two year packages as low as $3.96/month so this is the most cost effective plan to sign up for.

 

CARBONITE offers both home and business models with rates $5/month but include member benefits which you can learn more and sign up here.