In this episode of Scaling Postgres, we discuss whether pg_dump is a backup tool, the pgMonitor extension, Postgres malware, and application uses for the merge command. To get the show notes as well as get notified of new episodes, visit:  https://www.scalingpostgres.com/episodes/331-is-pg_dump-a-backup-tool/ Want to learn more about Postgres performance? Join my FREE training called Postgres Performance Demystified here: https://www.scalingpostgres.com/courses/postgres-performance-demystified/