Security News > 2020 > November > WinZip Mac 8 Pro: Create backups and encrypt sensitive files with this Time Machine alternative
Mac users can do more than just compress files using WinZip Mac 8 Pro.
Figure A. The WinZip Mac 8 Pro wizard simplifies backing up specific files.
The Pro version of WinZip Mac 8 permits automating future subsequent backup operations using just minimal clicks-a time-saving feature that comes in handy when not seeking to perform a full Time Machine-like backup but a backup of specific files or folders, such as may prove routine for art, graphics, video, editing, and other similar production tasks.
When adding files to an existing zip file, clicking a provided Options button adds the ability to specify whether the file should be added and replace an existing file, update all existing files, freshen existing files when specific existing files are outdated, and even add new files and move existing files within the zipped set to the trash.
Figure B. Whether backing up, compressing, or encrypting files, WinZip simplifies selecting files and folders by not only permitting selecting files from the Mac's local hard disk but also other connected drives and directories, as well as files residing within iCloud, on Dropbox or ZipShare, or those located on Google Drive and One Drive.