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For questions about the rsync tool, which is a Unix utility for synchronizing files across computer systems.

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RSYNC recursive over Time Machine Backups identify unique files

Merging rsync is probably a good starting point for extracting the contents from the Time Machine drive: which is the rsync command to «smartly» merge two folders? … Synchronizing folders with rsync If rsync does not quite provide enough for your needs, consider unison. …
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Using rsync to backup

The log file created by rsync will be technically involved by the very nature of rsync being a command line tool. … If you are concerned about possible disk corruption or slow copies, disabling mdworker while running rsync may help. Personally, I leave Spotlight running while running large rsync transfers. …
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Safest way to copy files to AirPort Disk from the command-line?

Using rsync is likely your best option and the flags enumerated in your question are reasonable. An alternative tool to use would be dd. … I prefer rsync for its relative simplicity. Post Copy Check You may want to extend your script to perform a post-rsync check. …
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