Let's let English rule here and let the words define themselves.
Online backup is off site so we're done that.
Online backup is done with some internet connection (Mozy, Carbonite are good examples.)
As to how YOU BACKUP, it's your choice. As there is almost no end to the choices, you must make a decision.
Bob
What is difference between Online data backup service and offsite data backups and What about an online backup solution? also How to Back Up our Mac Computer or Laptop ???

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