Re: batch file to delete files based on criteria
From: djc (noone_at_nowhere.com)
Date: 06/07/04
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Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2004 11:20:16 -0400
sounds cool. I'll check it out.
Thanks
"guard" <^T^S^G^n^e^w^s^@TheSystemGuard.com> wrote in message
news:2idg32Flg11jU1@uni-berlin.de...
> "djc" wrote
> > I need to throw together a simple batch file to backup a file. I will
> > schedule this via Task Scheduler to run every hour or so. I will have
the
> > file go to a compressed folder but space will still be an issue. I would
> > like to create a second batch file that I will schedule to delete 'some'
> of
> > the files to make room. I have done something like this via vbscript and
> wsh
> > in the past put for times sake I want to keep this quick and simple. 2
> files
> > are fine.
> >
> > any suggestions on the cleanup part? I need to delete only some of the
> > files... not all.
> >
> > Actually, now that I'm thinking about it a little, I used some string
> > manipulation with vbscript to make unique file names for each copy
(using
> > the now() function and striping invalid characters for filenames). How
> will
> > I get unique filenames just using a batch file? Is this going to be
> simpler
> > or more complex?
> >
> > any input is appreciated. My goal is something very simple. (all windows
> > 2000 machines by the way)
> >
> > thanks.
> >
> >
>
> The Advanced Version of Snapshot will create date/time coded backups that
> can be easily processed for deletion based on whatever criteria you
decide.
> This script is included with the FREE Advanced NT/2K/XP/K3 Command Library
> from (http://ntlib.com). Help screen follows (watch for line wraps):
>
> *******
>
> ^
> =========================================================================
> /~\ Snapshot Advanced Release 2004.03.28 (Free from
TheSystemGuard.com!)
> /cmd\
> =========================================================================
>
> Create a snapshot backup when a file changes.
>
____________________________________________________________________________
> ___
>
> TSG_Snapshot [/?] [drive:][path]FileToProtect [SafeLocation] [Interval]
>
> SWITCHES:
> /? Display this help.
>
> PARAMETERS: Default values are shown in {}'s
> FileToProtect A SINGLE file to protect (no wildcards!)
> [SafeLocation] Folder to hold snapshots {C:\!Snapshot}
> [Interval] Minutes between file checks {5}
>
> ERRORLEVELS:
> 0 = Normal or expected finish.
> 1 = Help screen was displayed.
> 2 = Script exited with a known error. See %ErrorMsg% for details.
> 3 = Script exited with an unspecified error.
>
> NOTES:
> The SafeLocation folder will be created if necessary.
>
> Interval time DOES NOT include time spent comparing and copying files.
> The Interval counter is reset at the beginning of each waiting period.
> Actual wait time is NOT PRECISE, and can overshoot by several seconds,
> depending upon system load (see the .Wait command).
>
> If any optional parameter is used, all optional parameters to it's left
> MUST
> be specified. For example, to use Interval, also specify SafeLocation.
>
> All Advanced Scripts (those prefixed with "TSG_") from TheSystemGuard.com
> REQUIRE the Advanced NT/2K/XP/K3 Command Library (ntlib.cmd). This
library
> provides over 200 resources for writing, testing and maintaining RELIABLE
> shell scripts using only the native commands and utilities that are
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> in
> ALL NT-based operating systems. Write a script ONCE using ntlib.cmd and
> your
> script will perform CONSISTENTLY under Windows NT4, 2000, XP and Server
> 2003!
> Request your FREE copy of the Advanced Library today at
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>
>
****************************************************************************
> ***
>
> Snapshot Expert uses the enlarged "Expert Command Library"
(NTCmdLib.cmd),
> enabling many additional command line switches and parameters. All
Expert
> Scripts (those prefixed with "!") are complete, ready-to-run applications
> that do not require any commands or utilities not already present in
every
> NT/2K/XP/K3 install. !Scripts are distributed uncompressed and are fully
> commented so you can quickly fashion them to your specific requirements.
>
> An example of what you're missing (from the help screen of
!Snapshot.cmd):
>
> SWITCHES: Default values are shown in {}'s
> /C Compact window during run (size restored at Final Report). {off}
> /FP FullPath (use the full path of FileToProtect in window title)
> {name.ext}
> /NV NoVisual (don't change console colors to reflect operating status)
> {on}
> /P Pause (pause console after Final Report) {off}
> /WF WaitforFile (bypass error if FileToProtect does not exist) {off}
>
> PARAMETERS: Default values are shown in {}'s
> [Warning_Trigger] Consecutive missed snapshots before warning. {1}
> [Error_Trigger] Consecutive missed snapshots before error. {2}
> [MaxSnaps] Maximum snapshots to take before stopping. {25}
> [MaxTime] Maximum time (in minutes) to wait. {480} (8
> hours)
>
> !Snapshot.cmd provides a color-coded, self-adjusting console window to
> enable
> at-a-glance monitoring of all running snapshots while using minimum
desktop
> real estate. We also include a ".reg" file to allow right-click access
to
> the
> !Snapshot script from inside Windows Explorer. Just highlight any file,
> then
> right-click, and select "Protect with !Snapshot".
>
> Both the Expert Command Library and !Snapshot are "Almost Free" at $9 or
> less!
> See (http://TheSystemGuard.com/AlmostFree.asp) for The Almost Free Price
> List.
>
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> line
> can be found at TheSystemGuard.com. Check the MasterCatalog often for a
> continually growing collection
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> always
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>
____________________________________________________________________________
> ___
>
> TSG_Snapshot [/?] [drive:][path]FileToProtect [SafeLocation] [Interval]
>
> *******
>
> For more information, see the Snapshot Page at
> (http://TheSystemGuard.com/Scripts/Snapshot).
>
> An overview of what the script does is at
> (http://TheSystemGuard.com/Scripts/Snapshot/TSG_Snapshot.outline.htm)
>
> The complete commented cmdsrc ("Cmd Source") is at
> (http://TheSystemGuard.com/Scripts/Snapshot/TSG_Snapshot.cmdsrc.htm)
>
> *******
>
> -tsg
>
> /-----------------+---------------+----------------------\
> | COMPATIBILITY | CLARITY | SPEED |
> | Write code ONCE | Make it clear | THEN...Make it fast! |
> \-----------------+---------------+----------------------/
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>
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