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backing up MySQL was RE: [cobalt-users] Making a good back up of a whole server



On Fri, 12 Oct 2001, Peter Baldwin wrote:

> > Build a Linux box from some (spare) hardware, invest in some large disks
> > and install rsync (http://rsync.samba.org). You can do this securely
> > with openssh (http://www.openssh.com) and passwordless login.
>
> ... and if you use a database, make sure you create a database dump file on
> a regular basis.
>
> Cheers!
> Pete.

One good way to have a real time backup of MySQL is by reading here:

http://www.mysql.com/doc/R/e/Replication_Implementation.html


We offer it as part of our services if you don't have another server that
has a full time connection.


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