Backing up your Linux desktop with rsync
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What is rsync? As the name implies, it’s a tool for synchronizing files. In a new Linux.com article, you are introduced to rsync as an effective backup tool. Learn the basics of backing up mainly “what to back up, to where, and when.” The author is very thorough in his coverage of this material even including sample scripts that can be copied and pasted into your favorite text editor and then customized to suit your needs. You are even led through the process of scheduling backups using the cron daemon. This one is a definite must-read, especially if you don’t currently backup up your Linux desktop. For those who already do, this might be a good alternative as well. Time for some reader feedback: how often do you back up your linux desktop? What method do you use?