How to Load FastCopy on Synology Using Rsync for Efficient File Copying and Backing Up

In this article, we will explore the process of loading fastcopy on Synology using rsync, a powerful command-line utility that allows you to copy files between local and remote systems efficiently. We will also provide some practical examples of how to use rsync to copy single files, multiple files, and directories to both local and remote systems.

Fixes and Improvements

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Before we dive into the process of loading fastcopy on Synology using rsync, it's worth noting that there have been several fixes and improvements made to the tool recently. These include updates to the 'advanced options' list in the GUI, a workaround for broken OneDrive file listing, improvements to the log page, and a fix for a scheduler issue with clock drift.

Why Use Rsync?

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Rsync is considered one of the best tools for file copying and backing up due to its ability to reduce the amount of data sent over the network by only sending files that are new or updated. This makes it an ideal choice for large-scale file transfers or backups where speed and efficiency are crucial.

Getting Started with Rsync on Synology

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To get started with rsync on your Synology device, you'll first need to install the tool. If you're using Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, you'll be happy to know that Rsync comes pre-installed in this operating system. To open the command-line Terminal application, simply use the Ctrl+Alt+T keyboard shortcut.

Once you have access to the Terminal, you can start using rsync by typing the following commands:

### Copying Files from Remote System to Local

```

rsync -avz user@remote-system:/path/to/remote/file /local/path

```

Replace 'user' with your username on the remote system, 'remote-system' with the hostname or IP address of the remote system, '/path/to/remote/file' with the path to the file you want to copy, and '/local/path' with the local directory where you want to save the file.

### Copying Files from Local to Remote

```

rsync -avz /local/path user@remote-system:/path/to/remote/

```

Replace 'user' with your username on the remote system, 'remote-system' with the hostname or IP address of the remote system, '/local/path' with the local directory where you want to copy files from, and '/path/to/remote/' with the path to the remote directory where you want to save the files.

### Copying Files Within Local System

```

rsync -avz /source/path /destination/path

```

Replace '/source/path' with the source directory and '/destination/path' with the destination directory where you want to copy the files.

Using Rsync for Backups

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Rsync is also a great tool for backing up your files. You can use it to create backups of your local files and store them on an external hard drive or cloud storage service. Here's how:

```

rsync -avz /local/path user@remote-system:/path/to/backup/

```

Replace 'user' with your username on the remote system, 'remote-system' with the hostname or IP address of the remote system, '/local/path' with the local directory where you want to create a backup, and '/path/to/backup/' with the path to the remote directory where you want to store the backup.

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Loading fastcopy on Synology using rsync is a powerful way to copy files between local and remote systems efficiently. With its ability to reduce network traffic by only sending new or updated files, rsync is an ideal choice for large-scale file transfers or backups. In this article, we have provided some practical examples of how to use rsync to copy single files, multiple files, and directories to both local and remote systems.

By following the steps outlined in this article, you can start using rsync on your Synology device today and take advantage of its many benefits.

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