How to backup ubuntu before upgrade?

@cathrine_goyette 

There are a few different methods you can use to back up your Ubuntu system before upgrading:

1. Clone your system: You can use a tool like Clonezilla to create a full system clone, including all of your files and settings. This will allow you to easily restore your system to its current state if something goes wrong during the upgrade process.
2. Create a system snapshot: If you are using a rolling release distribution like Ubuntu, you can use a tool like Timeshift to create a snapshot of your system at a specific point in time. This snapshot can then be restored if something goes wrong during the upgrade process.
3. Backup your files: You can use a tool like rsync or a GUI backup program like Deja Dup to create a copy of all of your important files. This will allow you to restore your files if they are lost or damaged during the upgrade process.

It is generally a good idea to use a combination of these methods to ensure that you have a complete and reliable backup of your system. This will give you the peace of mind to proceed with the upgrade knowing that you have a way to restore your system if anything goes wrong.