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I automated Linux backups with a simple bash script and cron (and it’s better than a GUI)

Skip one-click backup apps. This rsync script gives you full control over what gets saved and when, plus logs and a few hard-won lessons.
Linux Journal

Simple Linux Shell Scripts in Bash, Python, and Perl That Will Get You Up and Running

Linux, known for its robustness and flexibility, has been a favorite among developers, system administrators, and technology enthusiasts. One of the pillars of Linux's capabilities is its inherent ...
ZDNet

How to create a Linux bash script - and what you can do with it

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Ars Technica

BASH backup script

I'm using a BASH script to backup some user home directories to another machine. I'd like to keep 5 days worth of backups, and have the script automatically delete anything older than that (I do it by ...
Techgage

Mastering rsync and Bash to Backup Your Linux Desktop or Server

I hate to admit it, but I’ve screwed up many times throughout the years when it’s come to using computers. My first big “Oh shi!” moment came when I was about 8-years-old, goofing around on my ...
TechRepublic

How to back up a local Linux directory to a remote Linux host with rsync

Our back up was successful. How to back up a local Linux directory to a remote Linux host with rsync Your email has been sent There are countless ways to back up data on the Linux platform. One of the ...