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How do I backup with iCloud?

Hi, Having trouble with figuring out how to backup my computer using iCloud. Any insights?

Thanks.

MacBook Pro 13”, macOS 10.14

Posted on Nov 25, 2019 7:16 AM

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Posted on Nov 25, 2019 7:33 AM

iCloud is used to synchronize . This means that if you e.g. delete a file on your Mac, it will also be deleted in your iCloud.

Here is how to set up iCloud: https://support.apple.com/guide/icloud/set-up-icloud-mmfc0f1e2a/icloud

If you want to back up: use TimeMachine

Here is how to use TimeMachine: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250

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Nov 25, 2019 7:33 AM in response to noay

iCloud is used to synchronize . This means that if you e.g. delete a file on your Mac, it will also be deleted in your iCloud.

Here is how to set up iCloud: https://support.apple.com/guide/icloud/set-up-icloud-mmfc0f1e2a/icloud

If you want to back up: use TimeMachine

Here is how to use TimeMachine: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250

Nov 25, 2019 12:36 PM in response to noay

You should consider having at least 2 backups on 2 separate external drives as hard drives do fail. Time Machine will back up to multiple drives, alternating between them. Another often recommended backup is one that is stored away from your home in case of fire or theft. Since that one isn't backed up daily, I'd recommend a clone. There are also cloud based backup systems you can use for off site storage.


Time Machine Basics (2)


Clone  - Carbon Copy Cloner          (Often recommended as it has more features than some others)


 Clone – Data Backup


 Clone – Deja Vu 


Clone  - SuperDuper


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