Hey everyone! I'm looking for advice on the best method to backup files from my Ubuntu server to my UGREEN NAS. Should I enable FTP and write a script to zip and transfer files? Or is it better to mount the NAS permanently as an SMB connection? I'm unsure if that's feasible or how to do it. Any tips would be appreciated! Thanks!
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I've been using Borg with Vorta as the interface to back up to my NAS, and it works like a charm. Definitely worth considering if you're looking for a reliable backup solution.
If you're looking for something easy, I recommend using RSYNC with Timeshift. Just connect to your NAS, set a schedule in Timeshift, and you're set! It takes care of backups without much hassle.
I actually went the SMB route and followed the Ubuntu Server guide on mounting CIFS shares permanently. It worked well for me! Here’s the link: [Ubuntu Documentation](https://ubuntu.com/server/docs/how-to/samba/mount-cifs-shares-permanently/)
Have you thought about using NFS instead of SMB? It might work better for your needs, and it's definitely possible to mount a NAS as NFS.
I’m not really familiar with NFS. Is it really better? What are the advantages?
What exactly is Borg?