Summary
NPBackup successfully extends restic without abandoning its proven repository format. Its graphical interface makes common operations more accessible, while multiple repositories, grouping, scheduling, integrity checks and Prometheus monitoring broaden its appeal to administrators.
Particularly welcome are the checks for missing backup sources, minimum backup sizes and recent snapshots. These address situations where a backup job may run successfully without protecting the expected data.
Both the interface and documentation could be more polished, and casual users may find the configuration options intimidating. Nevertheless, NPBackup is a flexible solution for anyone who wants restic’s efficient, encrypted backups with a graphical interface and stronger automation and monitoring features.
Website: github.com/netinvent/npbackup
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Developer: NetInvent
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
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This software is evaluated using Toshiba Enterprise HDDs.
Pages in this article:
Page 1 – Introduction and Installation
Page 2 – In Operation
Page 3 – Summary
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