Rsync

[Les Mikesell]

Paul Ward wrote:
> Hi Peeps,
> 
> Does anyone know if it is possible to use rsync to back up an ftp site
> that uses a password.
> 
> I am aware of rsync://[USER@]HOST[:PORT]/SRC [DEST] but how do I
> handle the password?
> 
> If this is not possible does it mean I have to use sftp?
> 

Rsync (usually) runs over ssh, so set up keys for passwordless ssh login 
and rsync won't need a password either.

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   Les Mikesell
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