Do I need a cable to migrate data from one Mac to another?

capucine192 wrote:

Can one confirm that in order to migrate from an old mac to a new one, there is no need of a usb C or another physical device/connection between the 2 ? Thank you

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A cable connection is always preferred compared to WIFI for moving large amounts of data...YMMV

Transfer your information to Mac from another computer or device

Transfer your information to Mac from another computer or device - Apple Support

The most trouble free way to move to a new machine, is using the Setup Assistant on the initial boot of a brand new machine— you have one shot here. Set up your MacBook Pro - Apple Support

The second best way is use the Migration Assistant.

How to move your content to a new Mac Move content to a new Mac - Apple Support

The most basic/useful adapter for all old USB devices (backup drives etc) USB-C to USB Adapter - Apple

If you value your user data

3-2-1 Backup Strategy: three copies of your data, two different methods, and one offsite.

More than one device, more than one backup methodology

I didn't need one when I moved from my 2016 MBP to my 2022 MBA. It was all done wirelessly. And, it went a lot faster than I had expected.