What backup tools and methods should I use on Debian?
I recently lost my /home directory and realized I need a reliable backup plan. I'm still a Linux beginner running Debian, and I currently don't have another computer…
Linux backups
Which Linux distro is best for a Windows user who wants easy gaming?
I'm planning to move from Windows 10 to Linux and would appreciate advice on choosing a distribution. I prefer a familiar Windows-style layout, can handle basic troubleshooting, and…
How should I configure Timeshift to roll back broken system updates?
I recently ran into a problem where my computer can no longer wake properly from sleep, forcing me to shut it down every night. It made me realize…
How should I configure Timeshift to roll back broken system updates?
I recently ran into a problem where my computer can no longer wake properly from sleep, so I have to shut it down every night. It made me…
What’s the difference between using dd and drag-and-drop for backing up game discs?
I'm trying to back up some older PC game discs and I'm confused about the difference between using the dd command and simply dragging the disc's contents into…
Should Backup Servers Pull Data, or Should Linux Clients Push It?
I'm designing a backup system for several Linux servers on a private NATed network, with a mix of physical machines and virtual machines. I can configure firewall rules,…
Beginner Bash Backup Script: What Am I Missing?
I'm fairly new to programming and wrote a Bash script that backs up files to an external drive using rsync and --link-dest. It creates daily point-in-time directories that…
How can I automate MX Snapshot backups with cron without a sudo password?
I use MX Linux for professional systems that need regular backups. I would like to create a Bash script that runs MX Snapshot on a schedule and produces…
How should I start learning Bash while building safe backup scripts?
I recently lost a self-hosted server and want to learn enough Bash to automate backups. Ideally, I'd like to run them daily, copy only files that have changed,…
What are the best EU-based cloud services for Linux backups?
I'm in search of a dependable cloud service for backing up my Linux system. I'm particularly looking for a provider based in Europe due to privacy concerns. I…