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Re: Verifying file data integrity using L6


From: mouse () RODENTS MONTREAL QC CA (der Mouse)
Date: Tue, 22 Dec 1998 07:25:12 -0500


tar has a compare option, comparing filestamps, size and md5.
tar can be used with Amanda backup.

Eh, no...these are true only if you read "one particular implementation
of tar", not just "tar".

cpio has a CRC option.

CRCs are fine against accident but worthless against malice.

                                        der Mouse

                               mouse () rodents montreal qc ca
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