Re: cpio

From: Greg Menke (gregm-news_at_toadmail.com)
Date: 06/19/04

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    javadmanx <jstanczak@vinu.edu> writes:
    > "Michael Vilain <vilain@spamcop.net>" wrote:
    >
    > >>>Use usfdump and ufsrestore. That's what they're designed for.
    > > You might run in to trouble restoring the data, but go ahead. I'm
    > > telling you to use another tool. cpio may not get everything. But
    > > if you don't care, fine. You're totally free to not take the advise
    > > you asked for.
    > >
    >
    > What if you just need to backup a folder and sub folders? I've been
    > using tar to backup. I've been thinking of using DAR, but not sure
    > what the best general backup tool would be. I don't need a network
    > backup system, just something local on a local tape drive. Sorry to
    > post another question on a question, but since where on the subject.

    Give star a try- its a lot better suited for actual use than Sun's tar
    is- particularly when using tape. Its a really nice program.

    Gregm

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