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Need advice on transferring website files

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Need advice on transferring website files

Hi all. I just started a new job where I'm responsible for the maintenance of the company website. I'm looking for help on two things the boss wants me to do. I'm also not an IT guru. Here is what I need help on:

- Currently, the live website files are on someone's computer/laptop, and these website files are connected to our H Drive/Server and FrontPage. So every change to the website would be instant and live. I'd like to transfer the files from their laptop to my computer. Would there be any problems and how would I go about doing this?

- I'd also like to make and save a back up copy of the website files. One where I can use as a working copy and make edits before uploading it onto the H Drive/Server. Would I be able to make the backup copy and store it onto an external Hard Drive?

Thanks very much for any help you can offer.
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