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rsync
Fast, versatile file synchronization and transfer over SSH
Description
rsync is a tool that mirrors directories across networked machines, handling changes to files efficiently. It works across SSH, uses delta transfers to minimize bandwidth, and has many configuration parameters.
AI Summary
Fast, versatile file synchronization tool using delta transfers over SSH
Capabilities
- + Synchronize files and directories efficiently
- + Use delta transfers to minimize bandwidth
- + Work over SSH for secure transfers
- + Preserve permissions, timestamps, and ownership
- + Support include/exclude filters
Use When
- → You need efficient file synchronization between machines
- → You want incremental backups over SSH