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keg1
Explorer | Level 4
3 years ago
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Should I migrate the Dropbox folder on my Carbon Copy Cloner backup disc or not?

My old laptop was stolen. I've been accessing all my files on a loaner computer via Dropbox with no issues. The new computer has finally arrived. I have a Carbon Copy Cloner backup disc and was going...
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    Megan
    3 years ago

    Glad you managed to find what's best for you keg1! 

     

    If you need anything else, I'll be one post away! 

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keg1
Explorer | Level 4
3 years ago

Thanks, Megan, that helps to clarify some things.

 

The Dropbox folder I have on my CCC backup disk is now about 3 weeks out of date. I am using the Dropbox desktop app on the loaner computer.

 

It looks like I can download the desktop app on the new computer, and then select folders to sync locally (https://help.dropbox.com/sync/selective-sync-overview) - which is what I want. It seems like either method will work, but the one described here might be cleaner as it would be the most up-to-date version of all my files and folders.

 

Thanks for helping me sort that out!

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Megan
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3 years ago

Glad you managed to find what's best for you keg1! 

 

If you need anything else, I'll be one post away! 

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