1. When using auto ZFS during installation, it creates several datasets. How can I make a snapshot of the whole pool without to make a snapshot of individual dataset?
As a test, I did these steps:
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As a test, I did these steps:
- I made a backup of the zroot pool using
zfs snapshot zroot@initial
. - I created a folder inside /root.
- I then restore the snapshot using
zfs rollback zroot@initial
and the folder inside /root is still there.
zfs list
, I began to think the advantages of using zfs datasets. I can see it's use for different compression per datasets (text heavy files vs images) and perhaps permissions/etc. But perhaps there are other things/reasons for using datasets that I haven't thought of? I am asking since I am in the process of moving my pool. I guess looking at best/better practices for home users.Thanks