Backup and Restore
Posted by admin on Nov 28th, 2006
I just noticed that .sh files aren't being backed up by the Backup and Restore Centre. I've checked the registry key associated with excluding files (it doesn't list any specific file extentions), and the built in help just says "program files".1. Is there a definitive list of file extensions that aren't backed up? 2. How do I force include files I want backed up?ThanksPaul
Dec 2nd, 2006 at 02:59 am
The choice of which files are part of a category is based on three aspects: registered applications, file extensions, and MIME types. Therefore there isn’t a fixed list that would apply for all users/machines. Since .sh files are considered executables, they aren't backed up, and there is no way to specify that they are backed up.The one workaround I can offer you is to zip those files and make sure you choose the Compressed Files category.We've heard plenty of feedback about the types of files excluded from backup, and we are looking at ways to improve the backup experience in later versions. This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights.Want to learn more about Windows file and storage technologies? Visit our team blog at blogs.technet.com/filecab/default.aspx. "paulhar"