Acronis True Image 2018 Delivers the First Backup for Mac With

Ransomware Protection(Attn.editors: The following press release comes to youunder an arrangement with PRNewswire. PTI takes noeditorial responsibi...

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Acronis True Image 2018 Delivers the First Backup for Mac WithRansomware Protection MUMBAI, October 13, 2017/PRNewswire/ --As MalwareIncreasingly Targets macOS Machines, Personal and Home OfficeData Protection is RedefinedAcronis, a global leader in hybrid cloud data protection forbusiness and consumers, today introduced Acronis True Image2018 for Mac [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/true-image-features/mac-backup ]. As the proven backup alternativefor Mac users seeking the cloud-based features missing fromTime Machine, Acronis True Image 2018 is now the firstpersonal backup software to include technology that activelydefends data against ransomware.

The inclusion of anti-ransomware protection in AcronisTrue Image 2018 [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/ransomware-protection ] arrives at a critical time for Mac users. WhilemacOS machines have historically been safe from malware,cybercriminals are expanding their reach - attacks againstMacs increased 744 percent during 2016[i] and several seriousincidents have occurred throughout 2017.

"Reliable backups are critical for anyone looking torecover their system, especially after something like aransomware attack," said Serguei Beloussov, Co-founder, andCEO of Acronis. "As the leader in backup software, werecognized that the future of data protection will require usto do more. We're proud to offer the first and only personalbackup software that protects consumer data against thisgrowing threat." Acronis True Image 2018 for Mac features enhanced backupand recovery capabilities, updated macOS-style interface, andTouch Bar integration. By also incorporating Acronis ActiveProtection(TM) [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/ransomware-protection ], the company's cutting-edge ransomware defense,Acronis sets a new standard for protecting the data of Macusers, from individuals and families to home offices and smallbusinesses.

Reliable backup and recoveryDuring a survey of Acronis customers during July 2017, 95percent of respondents said they choose and recommend AcronisTrue Image because the backups are so reliable. The 2018release improves upon its core backup and recoverycapabilities even more, with enhancements such as: - Faster recovery from the cloud: New optimizations forWide Area Networks (WAN) [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/true-image-features ] means Mac users can now recover full systems and individual files from AcronisCloud up to four-times faster.

- Live Update: Ensures users have the most up-to-dateversion of Acronis True Image 2018 for Mac by detecting and delivering updates [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/true-image-features ] without needing a separate DMG download. Users can automatically downloadand install updates as soon as they are released.

- Instagram backup: Acronis True Image 2018 for Macexpands support for social media with automatic backups of Instagram accounts. Photos,comments and statistics - such as the number of likes, tags or comments a post gets -are now safe from accidental deletion or hackers.

- Mobile backup to NAS devices: Building on the ability toautomatically back up mobile devices to a Mac via Wi-Fi, Acronis True Image 2018 nowlets users back up to network-attached storage (NAS). More than 25 percent ofAcronis True Image customers use a NAS device at home.

Easy controlAcronis True Image 2018 is specifically designed to give Macusers a better experience and greater control over theirbackups. The updated macOS-style interface is visuallyenhanced to show detailed information about backup activityand statistics - including a color-coded display of how muchdata they have stored, the types of files in storage, and thestatus of backups - so users can manage their backups at aglance [https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/true-image-features/easy-to-use ].

The new product also integrates the MacBook Pro's new TouchBar. By using the multi-touch display, users can navigatebetween tabs, create and start new backups, monitor datatransfer speeds, and track the progress of backups.

Secure data protectionThe ability to restore a system or individual files iscritical following a ransomware attack. Acronis True Image2018 for Mac not only makes recovery easy, it takes theinitial protection a step further by preventing ransomware[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/ransomware-protection ] fromcorrupting a user's data in the first place.

Acronis Active Protection is designed to recognizepatterns of file access. When it detects unusual behavior, italerts the user of the suspicious activity. With real-timemonitoring, it verifies all processes so approved activitiesare allowed to run, while potentially dangerous behavior isstopped. If any files are encrypted during a ransomwareattack, they can be quickly recovered from the backup usingAcronis True Image 2018.

More than 60 percent of Acronis customers surveyed saidthey worry about ransomware. A new Security Dashboard givesusers complete visibility over Acronis Active Protection[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/ransomware-protection ] so onecan be reassured that their data is protected. It lets themtrack the number of processes that have been flagged aspotentially dangerous, see which ones were blocked, and managea whitelist of trusted applications.

AvailabilityThere are three editions of Acronis True Image 2018[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/true-image-comparison] available to accommodate customer use and preferences. Allversions include Acronis Active Protection against ransomwareand cover an unlimited number of mobile devices.

- Standard is a perpetual license[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/buy-backup ] that is offered without any cloud storage or access tocloud-based features for customers who prefer to store their data on local drivesonly.

- Advanced is a one-year subscription that includes 250 GBof cloud storage and access to all cloud-based features.

- Premium is a one-year subscription that includesexclusive blockchain-based data certification and electronic signature capabilities, aswell as 1 TB of cloud storage.

Advanced and Premium subscribers can purchase additional cloudstorage within the application. Advanced Licenses can upgradeto a maximum of 500 GB. If more storage is needed, Advancedusers can upgrade to a Premium License[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/buy-backup ], whichoffers cloud storage of up to 5 TB.

Acronis True Image 2018 is available for purchase atacronis.com/en-us/personal/computer-backup/[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/personal/computer-backup ] andthrough major software resellers and retail stores worldwide.

NOTE: For small business owners who need to protect more thanfive computers, or companies that have multiple workstationsand servers, Acronis Backup 12.5 scales to protect thousandsof computers and provides convenient tools for groupmanagement of environments of any complexity. Details areavailable at acronis.com/en-us/business/backup/[https://www.acronis.com/en-us/business/backup ].

About Acronis IndiaAcronis sets the standard for hybrid cloud IT data protectionthrough its backup, ransomware Active Protection, disasterrecovery, and secure file sync and share solutions. Powered bythe Acronis AnyData Engine and set apart by its imagetechnology, Acronis delivers easy, fast, complete andaffordable data protection of all files, applications andoperating systems across any environment-virtual, physical,cloud, mobile and applications. Founded in 2003, Acronisprotects the data of more than 5 million consumers and 500,000businesses in over 150 countries and 20 languages. With morethan 100 patents, Acronis products are consistently named bestproduct of the year and cover a range of features, includingmigration, cloning, and replication. Today, Acronis solutionsare available worldwide through a global network of serviceproviders, distributors, and cloud resellers. Learn more atacronis.com/en-us [https://www.acronis.com/en-us ].

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