What is Rclone

  • Uses for Rclone
  • Where to find versions for specific operating systems
  • Where to get help

Creating Remote Connections

  • A remote is any storage location that is not part of your local machine but can be accessed via rclone.
  • Remotes enable file transfers and synchronization between various systems, including cloud services (e.g., Google Drive, Amazon S3, Box) and local machines.
  • The rclone config command is used to create, manage, and secure remote connections.
  • Custom credentials may help avoid rate limiting when using certain cloud services.

Rclone config command

  • Understand how configuration is used.
  • Familiar with useful command flags: dry-run, interactive and verbose.
  • Use config to create remote connections
  • Know where to get help.

File Transfers, Listing, and Verification

  • Difference between Copy and Sync
  • See what is already in the destination

Choosing the Right Rclone Command: Copy, Sync, or Move

  • Different ways to move or copy files: copy, sync, move
  • Understand the difference between copy and sync

Getting Help

  • Rclone’s official documentation is available at rclone.org.
  • Community support is accessible through GitHub, forums, and StackOverflow.
  • Use rclone help for quick command-line assistance.