So consider a powerline network adapter, or move the PC to a place you can run a cable.

Just use gigabit networking. You are looking ~4h/TB give or take depending on a few factors.

Yes. Always protect your investment against earthquakes by placing them in a place from which they can not easily fall.

Depends on the media. High motion live action is going to require a higher bit rate than low motion animation.

No.

No.

Yes.

Buy server, sell drives, steal underpants, profit!

Punch cards.

I will PM the output I got.

I will PM the output I got.

Dos 6.22.

Store them on punch cards. They are cheap.

Most external 2.5" drives do not have sata connections. Only the 3.5" drives are a reasonable safe bet, and it’s still not a sure thing. Best to look up the drive before purchasing.

Yes. Be sure to mark the drive as bad so it does not get reused.