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How Do You Back Up Docker Volumes and Databases Properly?New!!
06/22/2026

Back up Docker by backing up the data, configuration, and restore instructions, not the running container. For databases, use application-aware dumps or backup tools, then store those dumps with the volume backups.

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How to Build Cheap Offsite Backup at a Friend or Family Member's HouseNew!!
06/22/2026

Use a small NAS, mini PC with storage, or external-drive host at the remote house, connect it with WireGuard or Tailscale, encrypt the backups before they leave your home, and rate-limit.

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