Move Data Securely¶
What you are trying to do¶
You want to move data between systems, such as:
- from your local machine to a research environment
- between storage systems
- between institutions or collaborators
This requires choosing an appropriate transfer method based on data size, location, and reliability requirements.
Key decisions¶
Before transferring data, clarify:
How large is the data?¶
- small files
- medium datasets
- large datasets (100s of GB or more)
Where is the data moving?¶
- local machine to UCT systems
- between internal systems
- between institutions
How reliable does the transfer need to be?¶
- one-off transfer
- repeated or ongoing transfers
- transfers that must be monitored or resumed if interrupted
Recommended path¶
1. Choose an appropriate transfer method¶
Start here:
Understand available approaches:
2. Perform the transfer¶
Use the appropriate method:
For specific tools:
3. Verify the transfer¶
After transfer:
- confirm that all files are present
- check file sizes where relevant
- ensure the data is accessible in the target system