Backup Strategies: Coordinating Database and File System Backups
File System Backup Tools
A variety of open source tools can be used to back up the Nextcloud data directory efficiently. Some common choices include:
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rsync: - robust file-copying tool that can synchronize directories incrementally. Ideal for script-based backups scheduled via cron or systemd timers.
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BorgBackup: - offers deduplication, compression, and encryption features, making it efficient for backing up large datasets.
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Restic: - designed for speed and security, Restic supports deduplication and encryption, with the added benefit of simplicity in deployment.
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Duplicity: - provides incremental backups and encrypted storage, with support for remote backup destinations.
These tools can be combined with filesystem snapshot techniques to minimize downtime and ensure that file data is captured in a consistent state.
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