davfs2

davfs2 is a filesystem for Linux and other Unix-like operating systems that allows users to mount WebDAV (Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning) shares as if they were local directories. It enables access to files and folders stored on remote WebDAV servers, such as those provided by certain cloud storage services or self-hosted WebDAV servers. The primary purpose of davfs2 is to simplify the interaction with WebDAV resources, making them appear as a standard filesystem mount point.

Installation of davfs2 is typically done through the system's package manager. Once installed, users can configure davfs2 by editing configuration files, most notably the davfs2.conf file, which specifies default mount options and authentication methods. Mounting a WebDAV share is achieved using the mount command, often requiring root privileges or appropriate user permissions. The user specifies the remote WebDAV URL and the local mount point. Authentication is handled either through credentials provided directly in the mount command, stored in a secrets file, or prompted interactively.

davfs2 supports various WebDAV features, including read and write operations, directory listings, and file metadata. It also offers options for caching to improve performance and manage network traffic. Unmounting is performed using the umount command. While davfs2 provides convenient access, it's important to be aware of potential performance limitations compared to local filesystems and the security implications of storing credentials.