Synchronizing files and doing more with rsync

rsync is a program that can be used to synchronize files and directories across a variety of local and remote locations. It can interact with multiple operating systems, work over SSH, provide incremental backups, execute commands on a remote machine, and replace the need for the cp and scp commands. The rsync program is an invaluable asset for any system administrator who intends to run a server or manage a network of computers, as it not only simplifies the process of making backups in general, but it can be used to action a complete backup solution. For this reason, it is the purpose of this recipe to offer a suitable starting point for a small utility that will quickly become your trusted friend.

Getting ready

To complete this recipe, you will require a working installation of the CentOS 7 operating system with root privileges, a console-based text editor of your choice, and a connection to the Internet in order to facilitate the download of...