[Solved] You want to automate etcd backups daily and keep only the last 7 backups. Which approach is best? — Ans: Use a cron job running 'etcdctl snapshot save' and a script to delete backups... | Kubernetes

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You want to automate etcd backups daily and keep only the last 7 backups. Which approach is best?

AUse a cron job running 'etcdctl snapshot save' and a script to delete backups older than 7 days

BManually run backups and delete old files weekly

CConfigure etcd to auto-backup internally with retention

DUse kubectl to create backups and rely on pod logs for retention

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify automation method
Using a cron job to run 'etcdctl snapshot save' automates backups daily.
Step 2: Manage retention
A script to delete backups older than 7 days ensures only recent backups are kept.
Final Answer:
Use a cron job running 'etcdctl snapshot save' and a script to delete backups older than 7 days -> Option A
Quick Check:
Automate backup + retention = cron job + cleanup script [OK]

Quick Trick: Automate with cron and cleanup script for retention [OK]

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