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btrbk: List configured subvolumes and snapshots.

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$ sudo btrbk list

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The "sudo btrbk list" command is used to display a list of snapshots that have been created with the btrbk (Btrfs Backup) tool. Btrfs is a modern file system that supports advanced features such as subvolumes and snapshots.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

"sudo" is a command used in Unix-like systems to run a command with administrative privileges. It allows the user to run the following command as the superuser or root.
"btrbk" is the main command being executed. It is a backup tool specifically designed for Btrfs filesystems. It helps automate and simplify the process of creating and managing backups using Btrfs snapshots.
"list" is an argument or an option provided to the "btrbk" command. In this context, it instructs the "btrbk" command to list or display information about the existing snapshots.

In summary, the "sudo btrbk list" command is used to view a list of snapshots created with the btrbk tool. It allows users with administrative privileges to see the available snapshots and their corresponding details.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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