1. How does Dell Backup and Recovery with Windows 8.1 manage disk space? I need something that is set and forget. The standard Windows 8.x backup deletes the oldest backups so the backups don't take more than 30% of the disk space.
2. I'm having a tough time understanding the reasons for going with Dell Backup and Recovery. I read http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/software-os/f/4677/t/19471699.aspx but the information table on the end is either false, or I don't understand it. Perhaps Windows 8 cannot use the Recovery Partition?
| Solution Feature | Microsoft Windows 8 | Dell Backup and Recovery Application |
|---|---|---|
1) System Restore, Reset, Refresh, & Backup | Focused primarily on OS, programs part of initial factory load | Covers OS, programs & data up to last backup instance |
2) Simplified Consolidated User Interface | Different consoles for each function, many with sub menus | Central console for all functions |
3) Restore Points | External/ Managed not in place | User defined restore destination |
4) OS Repair & Recovery Tools | Partial capability only — via Refresh | Integrated Point-of-need Services solution. OS, apps, data, to latest instance |
5) OS & RDVD Media Burning | Restrictions on media type. Initial Apps & Driver only | User defined media type inclusive of latest instance |
6) Application Critical Updates | Not specific to this solution, usually as part of a service pack release | Critical updates push per incident |
7) Apps & Drivers Recovery/Re-installation | Forced net download at point of need | Inclusive of updated backup image |
1) Huh? A system restore is a system restore.
3) Restore point? You mean destination? OK, so Windows backups up to local drives only.
4-7) If you do a restore, how does any of this matter?.