What software to choose for backup and restore Linux on bare metal?

Question

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Recommend a convenient Linux backup and restore software (specifically, it will be Ubuntu 16.04) on a similar bare metal, taking into account the fact that a person may need to restore according to instructions on the phone. That is, it is desirable that it has a GUI. If the software is commercial, then a one-time license is desirable, and not by subscription.

Answer 1

Clonezilla - there is an interface in the style of next->next->done, however, everything can be reduced to the 1st menu item so that the person rolling out does not have the opportunity to make a mistake.

Answer 2

* rdiff-backup
* rsync
* dd
Paid-proprietary - Acronis
Personally, I prefer the second option, but it's one-time - there are no increments or diffs. Recovery may seem a little complicated - you need to mark the screw with your hands and register the bootloader. However, everything can be automated. :)

Answer 3

Personally, I use TimeShift on Debian, it will work for Ubuntu as well. TimeShift is a GUI add-on for rsync and more.

Answer 4

Normal rsync does everything reliably