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Back up your hard drive with the simplicity of one click

Back up your hard drive with the simplicity of one click

Vote: (37 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Bombich Software

Version: 3.5.7

Works under: Mac

Vote:

Program license

(37 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Bombich Software

3.5.7

Works under:

Mac

Pros

  • Free trial lets you use quite a few features
  • Easy to copy your data
  • Bootable backup can be a lifesaver
  • Many different features and functions

Cons

  • Layout looks messy
  • Will definitely require some know-how to use properly

Mac is rated as an overall safer and longer lasting computer than a PC, but that still doesn't mean you won't need to backup, copy or transfer your HDD, and so Carbon Copy Cloner CCC might be right up your alley.

Overview of Carbon Copy Cloner CCC

Mac vs. PC has been a long, ongoing debate, and Mac users believe they have the winning hand. Whether or not that's true, the fact is that a computer is a computer, and there's only so much an HDD can take before it needs to be partitioned, formatted, or cleaned out to give you better function. For Mac users, this is where the Carbon Copy Cloner CCC really comes into play. With this program, you can quickly and easily take an entire copy of your Macintosh HD (hard disk) in order to save it as a backup, copy it over, or keep it handy while you reformat your computer.

This program was created by Bombich Software and is available for a free trial version. Keep in mind, however, that this is a Mac-specific program and will only work on Mac and Mac OS X. It's also only for the full-sized computer HDDS, and will not work with iOS to create backups and copies of mobile operating systems. The size is relatively small for such a program, and the operation is smooth.

How Carbon Copy Cloner CCC Works

You will notice upon loading this program up that it is going to require some know-how on your part. Everything looks a bit complex when it opens. You'll reach the main page and see a menu on the left that has options like CCC Backup Task, Daily Tasks, Bootable Backup, Photos Backup, RAID Backup, and Work Files. You'll also see different volume options, like Macintosh HD, CCC Backup, Home, Photos, etc.

Once you navigate a bit, these features will become clearer to you, and you will realize that the process of copying your HDD for backup is simple. The rest of the stuff is more complex and will require some instructions. Though if you're only trying to copy your Mac HD, just use the Macintosh HD feature and follow the simple steps.

Carbon Copy Cloner CCC Features

This is a very feature-rich program you're dealing with here. One of the coolest features is the Tasks feature, and this allows you to keep a log of the tasks you're completing.

Another great feature is the Bootable Backups feature. Let's say you experience a crash and cannot get your Mac to load up at all. With this feature, you don't even have to reinstall everything you've saved. You can simply boot up from your backup data and troubleshoot the main system, so this can save you not only time, but may also save your computer entirely.

Pros and Cons of Carbon Copy Cloner CCC

Pros

  • Free trial lets you use quite a few features
  • Easy to copy your data
  • Bootable backup can be a lifesaver
  • Many different features and functions

Cons

  • Layout looks messy
  • Will definitely require some know-how to use properly