October 19th, 1999

[8:00 AM] BackJack Online Backup Service Lowers Price

Synectics Business Solutions, Inc., the company that runs the online data backup and recovery service, BackJack, has announced major pricing changes in their BackJack service. With more people having access to high bandwidth connections like cable and DSL, online data backup services have become more practical. According to Synectics:

Synectics Business Solutions, Inc. today released new pricing for BackJack, it's online backup and recovery service. BackJack is a Macintosh-based online backup solution which enables users to get their critical Mac files backed up and offsite - securely, cost effectively and conveniently. Launched in early 1998, BackJack continues to be the only complete service of its kind for Mac users. This new pricing confirms the company's commitment to provide the most advanced online backup technology at the fairest price possible for a wide range of Macintosh users.

Using the most sophisticated 128-bit CAST encryption technology available, BackJack securely transfers and stores data via the Internet. Backup operations are completely automated to execute at the most convenient times and provide efficient use of computer operations. Archiving and revision options are available to accommodate the need for historical data. Free recovery of lost data is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should an unfortunate disaster occur.

BackJack monthly subscription start as low as US$9.95 for 40MB of storage. Other options are available. You can find more information at the BackJack web site.

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