Just a random thought but does anyone here back their data up?
Of course, I might be underestimating the Linux community.
Just a random thought but does anyone here back their data up?
Of course, I might be underestimating the Linux community.
Probably not.
Yes.
But not as often as I should and not as often as I preach.
Often times I back my data up to a hard drive. And I do that with a password.
Yes , all the time instantly. Since I have my files going to 2 different clouds plus I also have a physical HD that I use to update about once or month or so.
I don't store anything on the computer per se and haven't for many many years. Even though I set up my system with a ./home folder, I realistically could reinstall the OS or any distro at any time and not lose one thing. I could be back up in less than an hour like it never even happened.
The only thing I let go to the folders on the system itself are the ones that I put into the home folder for themes and icons, programs, etc (which I have a backup of) and stuff I don't really need but maybe want for a short period of time then delete.
I have learned the hard way to keep regular disk images stored. Personal files get backed up to an external USB drive.
Backups are vital safeguard for disaster recovery, regardless of the operating system.
Although the OS and Apps can be downloaded and recreated, your personal data files i.e. contents of /home directory should be backed up to a removeable drive and/or the cloud for safe keeping. To mitigate against fire or natual disasters, some keep a backup drive offsite or in a fire safe.
Exactly my thoughts...
This is so important. Once, I lost a bunch of pictures because both my phone and external hard drive failed at the same time. Make sure to have several copies at all times!
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