Chapter 10. Before You Begin

We understand that you’ve got lots of digital content and that it forms a rich digital identity that describes who you are. This content is probably important to you and to the people you know and will represent a legacy that can help future generations understand who you were.

If you’ve made it this far into the book you’re probably more than convinced that you should take steps to secure this digital legacy. It’s not too difficult, but it does take some organization and understanding.

Once you’re done, you’ll also have better control over your digital files and online accounts. You’ll know where your content is and what your passwords are. You’ll be better prepared for a catastrophic data loss (or the careless ...

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