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Tracking file system changes for backup

US7974952B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 2005
Grant dateJul 5, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 24, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F16/10
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In some embodiments, a method for tracking changes comprises reviewing a file system, wherein an entry is associated with the file system; providing a first record file, wherein a record is associated with the first record file; comparing the file system entry with the record; providing a second record file; and merging the first record file with the second record file.

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