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Backup Software for Macs

Backup software is an essential tool for every Mac user. Using your Mac without backing up your data is like driving without a seatbelt. Most of the time, you’ll never need the safety it provides. But if you ever do need it, you’ll be thankful it’s there. Focus on Macs can help you find the backup software that will work best for you.
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Backup software is a kind of insurance policy for your Mac. Like home or car insurance, you hope you’ll never need to use it, but it’s reassuring to know that it’s there. If you back up your files on a regular basis, you won’t have to worry about losing all of your hard work and precious data if your hard drive fails.
SuperDuper 2.5 Backup Utility
SuperDuper 2.5 may very well be the easiest way to create a bootable clone of your startup drive. With its easy-to-use interface, SuperDuper garners 4 stars out of 5 from Focus on Macs.
Carbon Copy Cloner 3.1 Backup Utility
New or improved data backup, cloning, and scheduling features earn Carbon Copy Cloner a 4-star rating from Focus on Macs.

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