Online backup storage for 10.2.8

Just wondering if anyone knows of an online backup storage site for my 10.2.8? I've checked out mosy, carbonite, ibackup and a few others. Can't seem to find one that will work with 10.2.8. And, if anyone does know of one I have another question...will I also be able to backup my external HD...or maybe even only my external HD. I have all my pictures on it. If I lose my computer, that can be replaced. My pictures cannot.
Thanks for your help.
Cayleen

Cayleen:
I do not use online storage, so I am not familiar with the scene. I have two external firewire HDDs to which I clone my entire HDD. I do this on a rotating basis, so if one becomes corrupted, I have a previous one on which to fall back. Some people maintain three backups, and keep one off-site. For photos and music you may want to archive them on CDs or DVDs. If you are interested in using a strategy similar to the one I outlined, please post back for details. Dr. Smoke's FAQ Backup and Recovery has excellent tips on backing up.
Incidentally, why are you still running Jaguar? Your computer will support Panther (10.3.9) or Tiger (10.4.11). I suggest you consider upgrading your OS. You will find it so much more efficient and stable.
cornelius

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