https://linuxtransfer.com/tags/lvm/Recent content in Lvm on Linux SecurityHugoenSun, 26 Jul 2026 09:48:56 +0200https://linuxtransfer.com/post/2026-07-26-using-rsync-and-snapshots-for-efficient-long-/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:48:56 +0200https://linuxtransfer.com/post/2026-07-26-using-rsync-and-snapshots-for-efficient-long-/<h2 id="introduction-to-efficient-backups">Introduction to Efficient Backups</h2> <p>I&rsquo;ve seen this go wrong when dealing with large Ext4 volumes: creating inefficient backups can lead to data integrity issues and disrupt business continuity. One approach I&rsquo;ve found useful is combining <code>rsync</code> with snapshot capabilities. <code>rsync</code> is a powerful tool for synchronizing files and directories across different locations, while snapshots provide a point-in-time view of the file system, allowing for consistent backups even on active systems.</p>