Server images are usually larger in size as compared to other common file types such as images (JPEG, JPG) or documents. Hence, having excessive duplicate server images is likely to reduce your storage space significantly. You better get rid of them as soon as possible.
What Are Server Images?
A server image is a backup copy of a server. A server image can be used to restore a server whenever needed. Alternatively, it could also be used to set up a new server as a clone of the first one. UpCloud is one of the well-known services that allows users to create server images.
How to Remove Duplicate Server Images?
Unlike normal photos or videos which can be opened at a double-click and checked for their content, it is that simple to detect duplicate server images. These will have to be deployed first and that’s definitely not a simple job. Although there are several tools that can detect duplicates of common file types like photos or audios, there is only one tool that can detect duplicate server images as well.
Yes, you guessed it right, they call it PictureEcho.It is a sophisticated, easy-to-use app that can help you detect and get rid of duplicate server images within a short span of time. Once you have installed and launched the program, just follow these simple instructions:
- Open up PictureEcho and add the location(s) of folders you want to scan for duplicate server images through the Add path button.
- Towards the far-end of the screen, you will see two options (Exact Match and Similar Match). For server images, select the Exact Match option.
- Click the Start Search button to launch the scan.
- Within a few seconds, PictureEcho will bring up a brief report of the detected duplicate images. Check the footer for stats on the space they are currently occupying etc.
- Head to the Select Duplicates option. Here, you can decide which version of the duplicate server images you want to retain. For example, you could let PictureEcho retain the files on the basis of file size (smallest or largest), date of creation (oldest or newest) or even file locations.
- Lastly, go to Select Action and decide whether you want to relocate the duplicates or permanently remove them from your system.
If you feel that the instructions are not clear enough, you can also go checkout PictureEcho’s video tutorials on their website or their YouTube channel.
Security
PictureEcho is a licensed software so you don’t need to worry about any potential security threats while using it. The application itself does not store any data from your device and makes sure your data safety and security is not compromised at all.
