It's A Digital Disease!

The original post: /r/datahoarder by /u/Defiant_Fix8658 on 2025-04-10 03:40:14.

Hi tech crowd,

I need to get serious about backing up my computer files (documents, photos, etc.) and looking for a reliable external hard drive, probably in the 1TB or 2TB range.

I'm a bit confused about SSD vs traditional HDD for external backup purposes. Is the speed of an SSD worth the extra cost just for backups, or is a reliable HDD fine?

Looking for recommendations for specific models or brands (like Western Digital, Seagate, LaCie, Samsung T-series?) known for reliability and longevity for backup use. Any particular drives I should avoid? Thanks for your advice!