“May I rephrase the question? Can this harddrive be used to back up "files" currently on Windows 8, in preparation for upgrading to Windows 10, then used for backing up "files" using the new platform? (This is about backing up files, not programs).”

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• once you hook up with a C-type connection to your laptop, it acts as any other external drive. Very efficient.

  Answered by Samkal 3 years ago

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• Yes, in order to know how to create backup using the File History feature of Windows 8. You may refer to the below mentioned link : -- https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1677

  Answered by SanDisk Team 3 years ago

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• I use it for Mac. The drive came formatted for windows

  Answered by Warrensongs 3 years ago

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