What does Time Machine Back up?

[TechieJustin]

If I do a time machine backup - does it back up everything on all accounts or just the one I'm currently logged in as?
The reason I'm asking is, I just bought a (used) iMac with a 250GB drive, and I have ordered a 760GB WD green drive. Can I just back up using Time Machine and then restore via Time Machine? I have four accounts on here - I'd rather not have to go through the pains of reinstalling everything.

 

[spinnerlys]

It back ups everything, except if you EXCLUDE it.

Or you can use CarbonCopyCloner or SuperDuper to clone your HDD.


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