摘要 |
Provided is a method for creating comprehensive backup files in a computing system on an application by application basis. An application is selected for backup and the output of the application is monitored with regard to the creation and modification of files. Files designated for backup may be stored on the same computer system as the selected application or accessible via a network. A properties menu enables a user to designate a particular application, either at the time of installation, retroactively or subsequently, as a "backup monitor" application by setting an application monitor flag within a configuration file associated in the alternative with the application, the operating system or with the backup monitor application. In addition, a number of security settings, or "filters," may be designated to cull the files listed for backup based upon some property of the file.
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