The worst-case scenario has befallen even the most careful computer user: a coffee mug spills on your laptop or an update wipes all your files and photos. Despite your best effort, accidents happen.

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Sigh. There I was, confronted with yet another computer suffering a catastrophic meltdown. All of the owner’s important files were on the computer, and there were no backup copies. There were ...

Despite your best effort, accidents happen, losing a MacBook or seeing your Mac simply die for no reason. You can take the sting out of any mishap if you have a backup. Much like flossing, backing up ...

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Accidents happen, and if they do, you’ll want to be ready But accidents happen, and if they do, you’ll want to make sure that you’re ready. That means routinely backing up your computer. After all, ...