: A detailed review of what was copied during a task and the specific reason why each file was updated. Modern Backup Strategies
Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC) 6.0 is a significant update for Mac users, featuring a re-engineered file copier that delivers faster performance and deep integration with Apple's modern filesystems. This version prioritizes "accountability" and provides more transparency into what exactly is changing on your Mac during each backup. Key Features in CCC 6.0
: An easy way to step through older versions of your files to see exactly how they looked at specific points in time. Carbon Copy Cloner 6.0
: Before you commit to a backup, you can preview exactly what changes CCC will make to your destination drive.
: A brand new file copier that is faster, smarter, and designed to handle the complexities of modern macOS and APFS. : A detailed review of what was copied
: The user interface now fully supports macOS Dark Mode.
: A visual tool to compare the source and destination, highlighting differences and showing if they are the result of specific task filters. Key Features in CCC 6
While CCC 6.0 still includes a Legacy Bootable Copy Assistant to help create bootable clones on modern macOS, the developer Bombich Software suggests rethinking this approach. Because modern Mac system volumes are cryptographically signed and sealed, many users find it more reliable to back up only their (apps, settings, and files) and reinstall macOS separately if a full recovery is needed. Getting Started CCC 6 Release Notes - Bombich Software