When using --backup, the sequence (as monitored by strace) is: rename("/path/to/<file>", "<backup-dir>/<file><backup-suffix>") rename("/path/to/.<file>.xxxxxx", "/path/to/<file>")
This, of course, leaves a momentary window wherein <file> can't be found. Might it be possible to replace the first rename() with link() instead? This, of course, could only be done when the backup directory is on the same volume. -- Dave Mielke | 2213 Fox Crescent | I believe that the Bible is the Phone: 1-613-726-0014 | Ottawa, Ontario | Word of God. Please contact me EMail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] | Canada K2A 1H7 | if you're concerned about Hell. http://FamilyRadio.com/ | http://Mielke.cc/bible/ -- To unsubscribe or change options: https://lists.samba.org/mailman/listinfo/rsync Before posting, read: http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html