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Samba vs Time Machine for Linux

A side-by-side look at Samba and Time Machine for Linux. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Samba

Samba

Network & Admin

Samba is an open-source software suite that provides file and print services to SMB/CIFS clients. It allows Linux/Unix servers to interoperate with Windows networks, acting as a file and print server for Microsoft Windows clients.

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Time Machine for Linux

Time Machine for Linux

Backup & Sync

Time Machine for Linux is a backup software that provides functionality similar to Apple's Time Machine on Mac OS. It allows incremental backups to an external drive and easy restore of files.

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