windows 7 data transfer utility - can I clone the computer hard drive to a backup HD for use in case of HD failure or do I ne

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Can I clone the computer HD to an external HD with the Windows 7 Data Transfer Utility for use as a backup if my HD fails or do I need a special cloning utility? If so can you recommend one?
 
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No, the Easy Transfer Wizard only migrates user profiles, data, & program settings, not programs or the OS. There are numerous drive cloning softwares out there, Ghost, Acronis TrueImage, Clonezilla, etc. Google is your friend for this.
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