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@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ Yes, the `deduplication`_ technique used by
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Also, we have optional simple sparse file support for extract.
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Also, we have optional simple sparse file support for extract.
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If you use non-snapshotting backup tools like Borg to back up virtual machines,
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If you use non-snapshotting backup tools like Borg to back up virtual machines,
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-then these should be turned off for doing so. Backing up live VMs this way can (and will)
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+then the VMs should be turned off for the duration of the backup. Backing up live VMs can (and will)
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result in corrupted or inconsistent backup contents: a VM image is just a regular file to
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result in corrupted or inconsistent backup contents: a VM image is just a regular file to
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Borg with the same issues as regular files when it comes to concurrent reading and writing from
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Borg with the same issues as regular files when it comes to concurrent reading and writing from
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the same file.
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the same file.
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TW