I use my linux partition to backup my whole computer.
My restore strategy for complete drive blow is re-install windows followed by apps.
My restore strategy for ooops deleted that file is restore the individual file(s).
All data is stored on an external drive. Now I have a SATA cable hanging out to plug the backup drive in. USB is ok except for space reclamation.
I made my own version of "tar" that uses a database, ala Tivoli. I need the SATA to recover space used by deleted files.