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I made OneDrive work like a real backup tool with these 6 settings

I’m not the biggest fan of mainstream cloud storage like OneDrive, simply because I prefer open-source options that give more control. However, it’s hard to deny how convenient OneDrive is, which ...

Microsoft OneDrive wants to back up everything. You don’t have to let it

Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage is reportedly being adjusted to allow you to turn it off during setup of a new PC. But ...
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OneDrive backup just got a massive change for the better - how it works now

Microsoft automatically turns on OneDrive Backup in new Windows 11 installations. Your files aren't stolen -- they've just been moved to a new folder and synced to the cloud. A recent, undocumented ...
The Windows Club

How to access OneDrive backup files or folders

OneDrive Backup (often called Folder Backup or Known Folder Move) automatically syncs the contents of your Windows Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders to your OneDrive cloud storage. This ...
Techgenyz

Microsoft Makes OneDrive Backup Easier to Dismiss Permanently in Windows 11 25H2

Windows 11 OneDrive gets a new “Opt out of Backup” button, giving users a clearer way to decline Microsoft's backup prompts.

Windows 11 Finally Lets Users Opt Out of Persistent OneDrive Backup Reminders

Microsoft has started giving Windows 11 users a clearer way to stop persistent OneDrive backup reminders, adding an “Opt out ...

Windows may finally take no for an answer, adding a permanent opt-out for OneDrive backup nags

As reported by Windows Latest, Windows 11's full-screen backup prompt is now appearing with an "Opt out of backup" button.
ZDNet

OneDrive Backup just got a massive change for the better – how it works now

Microsoft is still forcing you to back up your files to the cloud, but recent changes have made it easier to restore your local files. Too bad those changes aren't documented. Microsoft is getting ...