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BITS AND BYTES
PC Mover
by KEVIN MCISAAC
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It has been a long time since I’ve written about backing up your files. My last backup protection column written back in 2012 didn’t even consider threats like ransomware. Here we are in 2021 and the amount of data everyone has on their phones and computers has increased by orders of magnitude and the threats to that data have changed.
To be fair, some of the threats have lessened to a degree. If you have an iPhone and turned on iCloud backup then you at least have two copies of your photos and possibly other files on your phone. The challenge with iCloud that I keep seeing is that people run out of free space and then start deleting things rather than create more space or look for an alternative backup.
I’ve written about iMazing in the past. It will work if you want a method to backup your phone and all of its contents in the event of a hypothetical catastrophe like dropping it off the back of the boat while filming your oldest kid wakeboarding behind you.
Today, rather than speak about specific tools, here are some best practices for backing up your files. The method doesn’t matter that much as long as you can achieve the end goals. If you’re looking into purchasing some backup tools to be sure you don’t lose all the work you’ve got sitting in your My Documents folder, the two tools I like are SyncBackSE or SyncBackPro (for cloud backup) from 2BrightSparks and ToDo Backup from EaseUS.
For best practices, I’d like you to remember 3-2-1 backups.7 310 4 5 26 7 893 1 2 5 8316 245 6 7 8 9 0
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3 copies of important documents. 2 different formats. 1 copy off-site.
Let’s look at these starting with copies. For the lion’s share of your files, two copies are sufficient. If you can live without it keep two copies. If you can’t because it’s the only image you have of your grandma with your firstborn, or it’s copies of invoices for which you haven’t yet been paid, etc., then you want three copies. I have personally tried to recover backed-up files off of disks and CDs and it found them corrupted. If it’s essential have three copies.
Different formats are important for another reason: formats become obsolete. I have tons of files stored on 3.5” floppies and Zip disks. Remember Zip disks? Probably not. They were huge then they were gone. Those files might as well be in Sanskrit for all the use they are to me now. I know,
you’re thinking your backup on DVDs is future-proof. When was the last time you bought a computer with an optical reader built-in? Optical disks are on their way out. Make sure you have your backup in two different formats. One on DVD is okay. Have another on a network drive, or in the cloud, or at least on a USB drive.
Having a copy off-site is paramount. If all your copies are sitting in the same office they are subject to the same threat. A quick look around the province this summer at the number of fires and the damage they’ve caused. Would your data have survived? Use iCloud. Use Google Drive. Get an Amazon account and create some S3 storage. Burn some USBs and take them to your office. It doesn’t matter where, but do have at least one copy of your very important documents stored in a different physical location than where those files are normally kept.
Follow the 3-2-1 practice of backing up and your data will be well protected.
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September has a theme of practicality and organization as the sun travels through Virgo and enters Libra on the Equinox.
The planets and major asteroids that are retrograde at this time are Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto, Neptune, Chiron, Pholus, Nessus, and Mercury goes retrograde 09/27. Recall that retrograde results in an internalization, slowing down, returning to, and review of various themes on earth. I suspect we will continue to have a slow time and possibly another (4th) wave of this virus come October.
Venus travels through Libra and enters Scorpio on 09/10, and Mars travels through Virgo and enters Libra 09/14. Mercury travels through Libra and goes retrograde 09/27 -10/18 and spends almost nine weeks travelling through Libra. The first two weeks of September are best to be spent cleaning and organizing, while the second two can get a bit more passionate and intense, with themes surrounding partnership and one-on-one relations of all kinds.
The New Moon occurs September 6 at 14º Virgo and the Full moon occurs September 20 at 28º Pisces, ending the moon cycle.
Aries
The first two weeks of this month are full of motivation and practical movement. Patience continues to be a virtue as many planets continue their retrograde movement.
September 2021
by ASHLEY KRISTINA
Taurus
Virgo is a supportive energy for Taurean energy, as it is also a earth vibration. Mars in Virgo helps to get you moving in the area of service to another, which for most people is their work arena. A month to put your head down and do the work.
Gemini
This is a relatively boring month for your energy as so many planets sit retrograde and then the forward moving planets are moving mostly through Virgo and Libra. Virgo energy is pure, practical, observant, judgmental and critical. Notice how communication might obscure the last week as mercury enters retrograde.
Cancer
It’s a very good time to kick start a health routine: exercise, healthy eating/juicing, meditation, and going to sleep early. Focus on your health and work this month. With focus you can make huge energetic moves this month.
Leo
It’s a good time to work, clean, organize, and start new routines. Health and service are the realms of Virgo energy. A fall detoxification program is an appropriate focus this fall.
Virgo
Happy birthday to the second and third decan Virgos. Your energy is supported by the planets this month as many planets move through Virgo and Libra. It’s a relatively mundane month and a great time to just get what needs to be done, done (which makes you happy).
Happy birthday to the early decan Libras. Love may feel intense and passionate for you as Venus enters Scorpio. It’s a month to balance your energy on practical affairs, but with a theme of passion. Mercury is highlighting your need to communicate.
Scorpio
Observe the passion and intensity that can occur in the general energy as Venus enters Scorpio on 09/10. It can help align you to recognize your own energy. The next few months are very aligned for you to fly to great heights, especially in the sectors of career, love and home.
Sagittarius
Team up with the Geminis in your life or both of your energy’s might feel bored to tears this month. Ha! At least write down the to-do’s and do them. Have fun in the mundane, it’s a spiritual practice in itself.
Capricorn
A supportive month for your energy to get the work done, house cleaned and organized. This includes the figurative and the literal house. Time spent in meditation is so cleansing. A dedicated hour every day to sit with no distractions is beneficial.
Aquarius
A month to get your finances in order, especially with regard to organizing tax documentation and budgeting. It’s important to trust your intuition this month in regards to finances. Mercury goes retrograde 10/25 so be aware of possible miscommunication.
Pisces
Virgo is your opposing energy so September is always a half way point, or a balancing point for you. It’s an internalized time with an abundance of inner messages coming through. The north node sits in Gemini, dealing with communication and the importance of these various realms of communication: verbal, non-verbal, written, intuitive, telepathic…
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The Annual Education Issue: Inclusion, Through Your Lens
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When I spend time in Fernie, I always look forward to go hiking with my canine companion and camera in hand, in search of unforgettable adventures. Polar Peak was the destination of choice and after a bit of a scramble, I made it to the top. Surrounded by the rugged Rocky Mountain landscape, I took it all in. The view was magnificent! Spending time enjoying what Mother Nature has to offer, I quickly noticed the bushes beside me start to rustle. I paused and waited for a moment … to discover a family of ground squirrels emerging from the foliage. They were scurrying around, enjoying the warmth of the sunshine, and eventually the activity tapered off when the mother began to feed her offspring. I kept very still and eventually was able to capture this image entitled Lessons Learned.
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Back to school is a time for parents scrambling to see if they have school shoes that fit their children after a summer of fun and growth! Never too busy a time to get those first day of school photos though! I cherish the ones of me and my sisters in our school uniforms on the front step of the house I grew up in. So much nostalgia!
Out in the Community:
Q. Why is inclusion important to you?
Jim Anderson
Inclusion is important to me as I only ever have part of the story.
Alisha Rella
Inclusion is important to me because it levels the playing field so that everyone has an equal opportunity in life to pursue their dreams.
Jude Smith
There are too many stories of situations where a lack of inclusion has serious impacts. It seems like there is news almost every day from different parts of the world that cause disastrous consequences based on not being inclusive. Working in the creative sector I can say that being involved in multi-cultural teams with people from all walks of life has only ever had a positive effect. Why would you even consider silencing other people? Different thoughts, ideas and perspectives give context to everything. The Elk Valley Pride Festival is on this September 23-26! This fantastic weekend in Fernie hosted by the Fernie Pride Society celebrates, supports and connects the LGBTQ2+ communities in the Elk Valley. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the many events taking place over this weekend including a Bike Parade, Flag Raising, Drag Brunch, workshops, Interfaith service, Drag Storytime, Rainbow Reads author event, Beers and Queers and more! Stay up to date at ferniepride.ca and follow them on social media!
With some events postponed, and annual events taking place, September is a busy month on the trails! First off is the Project 9 race… on September 9 with riders racing the up, down and overall times! Shortly after, the 14th annual Dirt Diggler DH is held at the Mircrowave Towers, where bikers are challenged to the epic Dirt Diggler trail. The following weekend is the Fernie Gravel Grind – new last year as a virtual event and a weekend affair September 17-19, this takes gravel bikers on some beautiful routes in a community focused, inclusive event. Last but certainly not least, the Stag Leap Lone Wolf! This looped race keeps on going until the last runner is standing! We hope you’ve been riding and running – it could be an exhausting month!
September is full of events! The Fernie Museum is hosting the popular Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair September 1012. This annual festival celebrates Fernie’s heritage, community, arts and crafts, music, entertainment and cuisine while the Fall Fair, hosted Sunday highlights local produce with the Mountain Market and Blue Ribbon SEPTEMBER 10 - 12, 2021 events. Visit ferniechautauqua.com for details. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FERNIE A celebration of community, The last few weeks of summer operations are creativity, and history in the happening at Island Lake Lodge, offering one (or a tradition of the Chautauquas few) last chances to enjoy hiking, a spa treatment, a meal on the patio, canoe on the lake, or treat yourself of the 1920s. to one of their special evenings – date night Monday or Wine Tasting Wednesdays! Visit islandlakelodge. com for more details. Fernie Alpine Resort will also be closing for the summer this month, make sure to get in those last rides, hikes and après before they Photo ILL/facebook close and start preparations for winter! skifernie.com
