Could anyone tell me how much size I would need for a backup on my M1 MacBook Pro 512GB. Do I need a 512GB USB or does it somehow compress into a smaller size?
Could anyone tell me how much size I would need for a backup on my M1 MacBook Pro 512GB. Do I need a 512GB USB or does it somehow compress into a smaller size?
The rule of thumb is that you want at least 2x the amount of data that you’re planning to back up.
Also: I assume by “USB” you mean one of those thumb drives? Those are fine for transferring files back and forth between computers, but they are not reliable for backup storage. You should either get a proper SSD or an HDD if you’re on a budget.