Linux Backup Automation using Bash Script

Overview

This project demonstrates a basic Linux backup automation script using Bash. The script copies files from a source directory to a backup directory and displays a confirmation message after successful completion.

Features

• Automated folder backup
• Bash scripting
• Creates backup directory if it does not exist
• Displays current date and time
• Simple and easy to use

Technologies

• Kali Linux
• Bash Shell
• Linux Commands

Commands Used

• mkdir
• cp
• chmod
• ls
• nano
• date

Project Structure

• Source
• Backup
• backup.sh
• screenshots
• Project Report

Learning Outcomes

• Bash scripting basics
• Linux automation
• File management
• Permission management