We’re releasing an update today for Backblaze Cloud Backup: version 6.1. This release comes with a performance boost and some underlying client efficiency changes for both the Mac and PC!
What’s New:
Windows & Macintosh
- Sped up throughput and improved RAM efficiency by increasing the large file transmission threshold
- SSO (Single Sign-On) support for the Inherit Backup State feature
- Error dialog updates to more clearly identify and explain previously added security features
- Minor bug fixes
- Reduced log sizing in some cases which could result in performance issues
Mac
- Underlying code updated to XCode 10.2, which should result in some performance improvements
Release Version Number:
Mac — 6.1.0.330
PC — 6.1.0.331
Availability:
April, 18 2019
Cost:
Free for Backblaze Cloud Backup consumer and business customers and active trial users.
Upgrade Methods:
- Immediately when performing a “Check for Updates” (right-click on the Backblaze icon and then select “Check for Updates”).
- Immediately as a download from: https://secure.backblaze.com/update.htm.
- Immediately as the default download from: www.backblaze.com.
- Auto-update will begin rolling out in the next few weeks.
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