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I am currently using the ext2fs under RH7.1 running kernel 2.4.2-2.
I am considering the implementation of either the SGI XFS or ReiserFS
journaling file system ("JFS"), I plan to try XFS first. One of the issues I
am concerned with in the implementation of either, is if it will allow (a)
"on the fly compression"; and (b) "on the fly encryption". Now, I am aware
of software which operates on a file by file level to do either of those
(gzip, or crypt (crude for encryption I know but a good example), but I am
talking about encryption or compression on a filesystem level. I was told
that using the loopback filesystem additional layers of filesystem can be
added to yield these sorts of "on the fly" additions.
Predicated on a choice of either JFS (XFS or ReiserFS, I know there
is also ext3fs, but it doesn't really work yet I hear), what are the best
methods to assure on the fly compression and also encryption of the highest
order of magnitude.
Thank you for your time and consideration in advance.
Very Respectfully,
Stuart Blake Tener, IT3, USNR-R, N3GWG
VTU 1904G (Volunteer Training Unit)
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