Re: Restore files without ownership confirmation.

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On 14/04/2020 09:01, Patrick Cantu wrote:
> Hello,

Hello Patrick

> 
> I've used dar for a while and I can't recall how I was 
> extracting/restoring files without needing to press enter for 
> confirmation, (unless I have been, am getting old and
> forgetting...).

(and so do I! ;^)

> 
> e.g.
> 
> I restore a file to the current directory with the command:
> 
> dar -x backup_20200328 -R . -g Books/ -w
> 
> The following warning is provided:
> 
> File ownership will not be restored du to the lack of privilege,
> you can disable this message by asking not to restore file
> ownership [return = YES | Esc = NO]

I guess you need the --comparison-field=ignore-owner option (which can
be shorten to "-O ignore-owner")

> 
> I read the manpage numerous times and I am confused on how to 
> extract/restore a file without it giving this message. I've tried 
> variations on using the "-/" flag to no avail. I apologize for
> this simple issue and any assistance is appreciated.
> 
> Warm regards, Patrick
> 
> 

Cheers,
Denis
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