Backup & Recovery

This guide to Backup & Recovery offers practical solutions for automating backups and performing recovery across various systems and databases.

In Backup & Recovery, the author provides a comprehensive overview of backup philosophy and design, beginning with the essential backup utilities such as tar, dump, cpio, ntbackup, ditto, and rsync. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for understanding various open-source backup products that automate these processes, including AMANDA, Bacula, BackupPC, rdiff-backup, and rsnapshot. The book is designed to cater to users of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals, ensuring that everyone can find value in its pages.

The guide goes beyond just theory; it offers practical, freely-available solutions for backup and recovery across multiple operating systems, including Unix, Linux, Windows, and Mac OS X. It also covers various databases, making it a versatile resource for anyone involved in data management. The revised edition features over 75% new material, reflecting the latest developments in the field and providing updated insights into contemporary backup strategies.

Additionally, Backup & Recovery delves into advanced topics such as bare metal recovery for various systems and the current landscape of commercial backup software and hardware. Readers will gain an understanding of technologies like Continuous Data Protection (CDP), Data De-duplication, and Virtual Tape Libraries (VTLs). This book is an essential resource for those looking to implement effective backup solutions without incurring the costs associated with commercial products.