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When I check my storage usage, there is a section called backups that is taking alot of memory. What is it?

When I check my storage usage, there is a section called backups that is taking alot of memory. What is it?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4)

Posted on Jun 26, 2012 10:32 AM

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Posted on Jun 26, 2012 10:34 AM

Local "Snapshots":

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4878

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Jun 26, 2012 10:34 AM in response to cwilliams3184

Local "Snapshots":

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4878

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Jun 26, 2012 10:38 AM in response to wjosten

are you able to remove these and how if you can.

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Jun 26, 2012 10:42 AM in response to cwilliams3184

There is no reason to do so, as the OS will manage these automatically & delete if necessary. Could come in handy if you accidentally delete something. But, if you turn off Time Machine, they will delete on their own.

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Jun 26, 2012 10:49 AM in response to wjosten

Thanks for your help!

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Jun 26, 2012 10:51 AM in response to cwilliams3184

You're welcome.

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When I check my storage usage, there is a section called backups that is taking alot of memory. What is it?

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