Having a Plan B is a darn good idea in many areas of life.
Here are ten things you should have a backup for.
Computer Backups
Alright, let’s get this one out of the way.
Setting up a set-and-forget backup system isso easyand inexpensive, there’s no reason not to.
Usethe 3-2-1 ruleto thoroughly protect your important data (like irreplaceable photos and videos).
Either way, a second card could serve as a backup to your primary one.
These project backups offer some peace of mind, another reason we need backups.
It only takes one internet outage to remember that you should have some sort of setup for emergency use.
Another Computer or Tablet
Most Lifehacker readers alreadycarry around multiple devices.
This person is like a backup for youin case you’re unconscious or otherwise can’t speak for yourself.
You might want to havemultiple ICE contacts(backups of your backups!)
for different possible emergencies.
In short, the more people you could rely on in case of emergency, the better.
Plans for the Future
What’s your Plan B?
Bonus: Backup husband (or wife).
Apparently, half of women surveyed byDaily Mailhave a “backup husband.”
To be clear, for this list, we’re drawing the line at people.
Illustration by Tina Mailhot-Roberge.
