Linux

cp

CautionCopy

cp -r <src> <dest>

Copies files/dirs; -r recursive, -p preserves attributes.

Examples

  • cp -rp app/ /backup/app/Copy preserving attributes

Syntax

cp [-r] [-p] <src> <dest>

Before you run it

May overwrite; use -i to confirm.

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