Re: [GLLUG] Dual-Boot Copy?

[Benjamin Cathey]

----- Original Message -----
From: Karl Schuttler

>->> I would not suggest using dd to transfer over your linux
>->> partition...file system backup is almost always more secure and
>->> painless than a device backup.
>->> 
>->> Just my .02 though, luck to you.

Really - Why?  I've used dd (and netcat) over a network to clone hdds before (of different sizes) and NEVER run into a problem.  Why would there be a security issue if both the hdds are in the same machine and it's behind a firewall that doesn't allow any incoming traffic?  It seems that using partimage and have to back up each partition separately and then having to back up and restore the boot sector is more of a pain.  Now I used to enjoy the long way around and love the command line but, like I said, I am lucky if I get 10 minutes to myself with my family and work, etc.  dd just seems plain easier and I have NEVER had any problems with it.


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