Storage and how best to secure images

[Droolinggimp]

Ok I have a W10 PC and 240gb SSd (OS and pictures on it) and a 500gb normal hard drive with my videos, games and apps etc . I am now looking into taking photography seriously and would like the best way to have secure storage for my pictures.

I am willing to do a fresh install of windows if it helps. Before I do I would back up all my photos on a brand new SSD which I would install prior to formatting the main ssd, take it out and then format/install windows again.

I have heard of Raid but know nothing about it or whats best to do.

I will also be purchasing a couple of external drives. If you think these are not needed let me know.

So what is the best way to accomplish this storage solution?

 

[Droolinggimp]

Thanks for that post @Seearbe.

I will look into just having a few normal drives and like you just back up the latest folder each month.. Sounds good idea. Plus external drives and hide them .....

Yeah I have a 4 (nearly 5 year old) and a 1 year old (nearly 2). Lots of pics from phones and camera on the pc plus holidays and a wedding I did the other day.. Thats the main reason I asked this question really. I have another wedding next year too. Need to be prepared,