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Time Machine Backup Permission Denied

If you’re using a Mac, you’re probably familiar with Time Machine, a built-in backup program that makes it easy to restore your computer if something goes wrong. Time Machine can back up your entire computer, or just specific folders and files.

One thing to keep in mind, however, is that Time Machine requires root privileges to back up your computer. This means that if you’re not logged in as an administrator, you won’t be able to back up your computer …