i'm using rsync to make a backup copy of an HFS+ partition (mac filesystem). I'm wondering if is it useful to maintain file and folder permission when i do a backup copy. Thanks
2 Answers
It is will be VERY useful, when/if you'll need to restore from backup.
-
I think it would depend on what's being backed up. If it's just a bunch of JPG files or Office documents, probably not so much. The OP needs to give more information, though the default of "preserve permissions/ownership" is a reasonable one.– cjcApr 5, 2012 at 12:53
-
1@cjc If those JPGs/DOCXs are only meant to be accessed/edited by specific user/groups, the permission are very important.– jscottApr 5, 2012 at 15:34
I agree with @kondybas.
Some programs will break if you restore the files/folders with different owner/permissions. So, it will be really necessary to backup/restore files with their original permissions such as config files.