9.5. Summary
Here's a list of the commands involving file backup:
Table 9-1. Backup commands
| Command | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bzip2 | A block-sorting file compressor. |
| cdrecord | Record audio or data Compact Disks from a master. |
| dd | Convert and copy a file |
| fdformat | Low-level formats a floppy disk. |
| gzip | Compress or expand files. |
| mcopy | Copy MSDOS files to/from UNIX. |
| mdir | Display an MSDOS directory. |
| mformat | Add an MSDOS file system to a low-level formatted floppy disk. |
| mkbootdisk | Creates a stand-alone boot floppy for the running system. |
| mount | Mount a file system (integrate it with the current file system by connecting it to a mount point). |
| rsync | Synchronize directories. |
| tar | Tape archiving utility, also used for making archives on disk instead of on tape. |
| umount | Unmount file systems. |
