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Linux

Backup guides for Linux servers and desktops — files, databases, cron jobs and scripts.

LINUX

How to backup data in Linux OS using Partimage?

Partimage is software used in Linux OS to save the available partition to an image file, condition that the file system used in partition should be supported. After the partition is converted to an image file we can compress the files using any popular zip program available. This version discussed supports networking so the files can be saved on a network too. This software also works for large partitions greater than 1 GB. One GB partitions can be compressed till 400-450 MB.

Backing up on Linux

From rsync and tar to automated cron jobs and database dumps, Linux has plenty of ways to keep a copy. These guides cover practical, scriptable backups and restores.