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    Backup Solution: iCloud Full Photo Library on External Drive whilst optimized (reduced) version on Internal Drive

    Update: June 16 2023 - This configuration continues to work well. Currently running macOS 13.4 (Ventura) for a Photo Library that ~1.5TB space used with ~151,000 Photos and ~5500 videos. Risk: Not having a COMPLETE backup of all full original resolution photos and videos that the Photos...