I have read two articles like this of people who have lost data with Outlook 2011. If you have IMAP it might be worth using. If you have POP mail, I would strongly suggest backing up your information daily.
The Eclectic Rant. Outlook has Crashed with Error 255 – Warning to all: Stay AWAY From Outlook If you followed my previous attempts to flee Entourage for a faster, safer and more current email program, you may remember that I have tried and liked Postbox 2, but was not sold on it because of the complex manner it stores emails online and on the local computer, as well as for it’s potential for hangs. I reluctantly reverted to Entourage, with all … Read More
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