On Mon, 28 Aug 2000, you wrote:
> > What is the easiest way to copy the data from a linux hd to another hd,
> > when the destination is a different size than the original?
My favorite:
(cd src/ && tar cf - .) | (cd dest/ $$ tar xvf -)
where src/ and dest/ are replaced by the directories/mount
points/filesystems you wish to copy. I use it for moving partitions
around all the time.
Matthew Micene
Systems Development Manager
Express Search Inc.
matt at expresssearch dot com
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