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How to back up a PostgreSQL database on Linux (pg_dump + restic)
A PostgreSQL backup is more than pg_dump: every recovery point also needs protected storage, visible scheduling, retention, and a tested restore.
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restic vs BorgBackup: which backup tool should you use?
restic and Borg both encrypt and deduplicate, so the practical decision usually comes down to where your backups need to live.
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The 3-2-1 backup strategy, explained for Linux servers
Three copies, two types of media, one off-site copy: what the rule means and how to apply it to a Linux server.
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Automating VPS backups: when cron and restic stop being enough
Cron can start a backup command. Reliable automation also has to protect credentials, detect missing runs, control retention, and prove recovery.
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