I'm looking for advice on how to effectively backup files from my Ubuntu server to my UGREEN NAS. Should I enable FTP and create a script for zipping files to upload, or is there a better option like permanently mounting it as an SMB share? I'm also curious if mounting as NFS is a possibility and which method might be preferable. Thanks for your help!
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Currently, I've mounted my NAS using CIFS successfully. You can follow the guide on Ubuntu's documentation for permanently mounting CIFS shares. It’s been working well for me!
I personally use Borg for backing up to my NAS, and I find it really effective. With Vorta as a user-friendly interface, it makes managing backups much easier. You should check it out if you want something reliable.
You could definitely consider using NFS (Network File System) instead of SMB! It's generally faster and more efficient for backups, especially in Linux environments. Just make sure your NAS supports it, and then you can set it up for easy access.
Using RSYNC with Timeshift is a simple and effective way to backup your files. Just set the connection to your NAS and schedule it in Timeshift. It's a no-fuss method to keep your backups running smoothly.
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