continuous backup

Continuous backup ensures that critical data is regularly and automatically backed up to a secure location, minimizing the risk of data loss. With Bash scripts, you can automate the backup process to run on a schedule or in response to specific triggers. This guide explains how to set up continuous backup using Bash. 1. Prerequisites Basic Bash Knowledge: Familiarity with scripting and command-line utilities. Backup Location: Decide where to store backups (e.g., local directory, external storage, or cloud services like AWS S3). Tools Installed: rsync: For efficient file synchronization. tar: For compressing files. Cloud CLI (optional): AWS CLI, Google Cloud CLI, etc., if storing backups in the cloud.