Backup Archiving Recovery Open Sourced
The Bareos project will use GitHub Issues (instead of Mantis).
As announced a few weeks ago, the Bareos project is changing its bug tracker and will use Github Issues in the future.
As of now, https://github.com/bareos/bareos/issues can be used.
Older bug entries can still be viewed on https://bugs.bareos.org/ until at least the end of 2024.
The Bareos project will use GitHub Issues (instead of Mantis).
In 2012, the Bareos project was launched with a commitment to fostering close integration with the community and leveraging advanced automation services. However, a span of 10 years provides ample opportunity for evolution and innovation. Over the course of this decade, we have continuously adapted and modernized our infrastructure.
Among other changes, we have made significant advancements in the following areas:
Code:
Since the beginning, we have relied on git and GitHub as our code repository. Initially, we accepted contributions in the form of emails and patches. However, for some time now, we have exclusively transitioned to using Pull Requests, automated tests, and a structured review process.
Package Building:
Originally, our package building process relied heavily on the powerful https://openbuildservice.org/ for Linux packages. However, we had to resort to different approaches for other platforms. Therefore we have transitioned to using Jenkins, Build-Worker, and Docker containers for all platforms. This transition has been seamless for end-users, but it allows us to create packages for all our platforms within the same streamlined process. Additionally, this optimized process tailored for Bareos operates much faster.
Bugtracker:
Since our inception in 2012, we have utilized Mantis as our bug tracker, and for the most part, we were satisfied with its performance. However, due to a tighter integration with our other processes, we have decided to migrate to Github Issues in April 2024. We anticipate that this transition will result in a better integration of error reporting, development, and pull requests.
Support:
In addition to our internal processes, we utilize https://zammad.org as a ticketing system for customers with support contracts.
Three month after the release of Bareos 22 we have just published bugfix releases 22.0.3 and 21.1.7. to our subscription and to our GitHub repository. We recommend to update your installations accordingly.
…We have just published a new major version of our Open Source backup solution. Among other things, the Bareos 22 release contains an enhanced VMware plugin, major performance improvements, and a technical preview of the new Checkpoints feature.
…Bareos was founded ten years ago to continue the Open Source nature of this enterprise grade project for backup, archiving and recovery. We are strongly committed to continuing our work in the very same spirit, and working jointly with our community. Starting with the new release (Bareos 22), we’re updating our release policy to enhance user experience, and streamline project efforts.
…Bareos updates the Release Policy for Community BinariesWeiterlesen »
In November 2022, we released Bareos 21.1.5 and 20.0.8. The two maintenance releases are available for download in the repositories for subscription customers. As always, the source code is available in our GitHub repository.
…We have published a new technical whitepaper about Bareos and Kubernetes. It shows how to back up stateful Kubernetes (K8s) applications: Data Protection for Kubernetes: Application-aware Backups with Bareos.
…Bareos and Kubernetes: New Technical WhitepaperWeiterlesen »
Even though there will be no Bareos update for UCS 5 in the Univention App Center, you can still install our backup solution on this distribution. We will also be happy to create an individual support offer for anyone who wants to switch.
…Bareos continues support for Univention Corporate ServerWeiterlesen »
We’ve released Bareos 21.1.4, 20.0.7, and 19.2.13 on August, 5, 2022. All three maintenance releases are available for download in the repositories for subscription customers. As always, the source code is available in our GitHub repository.
…Bareos 21.1.4, 20.0.7, and 19.2.13: Maintenance ReleasesWeiterlesen »
We’ve released Bareos 21.1.0, 20.0.6, and 19.2.9. All three maintenance releases are available for download in the repositories for subscription customers. As always, the source code is available in our GitHub repository.
…Bareos 21.1.0, 20.0.6, and 19.2.9: Maintenance ReleasesWeiterlesen »
Starting with Bareos 21 (released on December 22, 2021), our Open Source backup solution no longer supports MySQL as Bareos catalog database. It has been marked as deprecated since Bareos 19.2, and in Bareos 20, it was only available when updating existing installations.
…With 2021 coming to an end, we are announcing one last major release for Bareos (Backup Archiving Recovery Open Sourced). Bareos 21 includes, among other things, a new Universal Linux Client, packages for the EL8 platform, and enhanced IPv6 support.
…We’re happy to announce Bareos 20.0.4. The release includes some new features as well as bug fixes. It’s available for download in the repositories for subscription customers. As usual, all sources are available in our GitHub repository.
…As previously announced, the latest link on the Bareos download servers will be removed soon. For several months now, it has been pointing to version 19.2 as a temporary solution, but will shortly be deleted. Read on to find out what’s changing for the Bareos repositories.
…We’ve released Bareos 20.0.3, 19.2.11, and 18.2.12. All three maintenance releases are available for download in the repositories for subscription customers. As always, the source code is available in our GitHub repository.
…Bareos 20.0.3, 19.2.11, and 18.2.12: three Maintenance ReleasesWeiterlesen »
We’ve just released a new Bareos version with some bug fixes, changes and new features. It’s the second point release of Bareos 20. Packages for Bareos 20.0.2 are available for download in the subscription repository. As always, all sources are available via our GitHub repository.
…We have a new Bareos plugin that creates file-based Qumulo backups. Our partner MSP AG from Hamburg developed the extension for our backup software.
…New Bareos Plugin enables file-based Qumulo BackupsWeiterlesen »
The first bugfix release of Bareos 20 is here: Bareos 20.0.1 was released today. Packages are available for download in the subscription repository.
…Bareos 20.0.1 released and available for downloadWeiterlesen »
We’ve just released a new version: Bareos 20 includes, among other things, a new plugin to back up cloud storage objects directly via the S3 interface, a modernized Python API and a preview of the new REST API.
…We’ve just released the two maintenance versions 18.2.10 and 19.2.9. They’re available for download in the repositories for subscription customers.
…Bareos 18.2.10 and 19.2.9: two Maintenance ReleasesWeiterlesen »
What’s going on in the Bareos universe? Above all, we have a new Security Policy. In addition, we’ve released some new plugins for the Bareos File Daemon, we’ve improved the Storage Daemon and the WebUI.
…Developers: Bareos Security Policy and new PluginsWeiterlesen »
We’ve just published three Bareos point releases: 19.2.8, 18.2.9, and 17.2.10. The updates fix two security issues, which – especially in combination with each other – can become a serious problem.
…Bareos Point Releases: 19.2.8, 18.2.9 and 17.2.10 publishedWeiterlesen »
Our backup solution has a new feature: bareos-filedaemon-postgres-python-plugin implemented in Python. The PostgreSQL plugin for Bareos uses the standard API PostgreSQL backup routines.
The Bareos team has released new versions of the Open Source backup solution: Bareos 19.2.7, 18.2.8, 17.2.9, and 16.2.10 are available for download on our servers.
…Bareos 19.2.7, 18.2.8, 17.2.9 und 16.2.10: new Versions releasedWeiterlesen »
With new plugins for oVirt and Percona XtraBackup and a new tool for converting the Bareos catalog database from MySQL to PostgreSQL, the final version of Bareos 19.2.5 is available.
…Bareos 19.2.5 released: new Plugins and tool for converting Bareos catalogWeiterlesen »
A new oVirt plug-in, client-initiated backups on connection, an improved restore feature for the WebUI and more. Take a look at the first release candidate of the up-coming Bareos 19.2.4.!
…Bareos 19.2.4: First Release Candidate availableWeiterlesen »
Only a few days now until we will release Bareos 19.2 – stay tuned for more information! In the meantime, we have some other news to share. We’ve just released Bareos 18.2.7, 17.2.8, and 16.2.9 with some bug fixes and improvements.
…Bareos 18.2.7, 17.2.8 and 16.2.9: New Bug Fix releasesWeiterlesen »
Mission accomplished: We’ve successfully converted the entire Bareos documentation.
…New Bareos Manual: Documentation completely revisedWeiterlesen »