Whats the difference between backing up to icloud or computer?

[reh]

I just downloaded the newest update with icloud and I'm not sure how it works! I don't wanna loose all my songs and photos If I back up to icloud instead of computer. Which one is safer?

 

[richsadams]

Here are lists of what's backed up, iCloud Vs iTunes. FWIW, doing both is not a bad idea.

iOS

iTunes: About iOS backups

iCloud

iCloud: Backup and restore overview

We'll go ahed and move this thread to the iPad Discussions area where it's more appropriate.