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Cloud backup vs external hard drives: which one actually makes sense for a family home computer?

August 23, 2026 by Elena Mitchell

Mother and daughter surfing through internet on netbook on couch in living room in daytime — illustrating: Cloud backup vs external hard drives: which one actually makes sense for a family home computer?

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Last Updated: August 23, 2026 Most families I know have zero backup plan for their home computer. Not a bad plan — no plan. And then a hard drive dies, a toddler drops … Read more

How I’d pick a family VPN without falling for overpriced features we’d never use

June 9, 2026 by Elena Mitchell

A father and daughter bonding while using a laptop at home, creating precious memories — illustrating: How I'd pick a family VPN without falling for overpriced features we'd never use

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Last Updated: June 09, 2026 Why most families overpay for VPN features they never touch Quick honest note: this post has affiliate links. If you buy through them I earn a small commission. … Read more