Backblaze Cloud Backup Release 6.1

New Backblaze version is available

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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