A manual checkpoint is created manually using the
tibdg administrative tool and a periodic checkpoint is created automatically by configuring the data grid to create periodic checkpoints.
Manual Checkpoints
Initiated using the
tibdg administrative tool.
Are given a unique name to help with checkpoint identification
Periodic Checkpoints
Configured at the grid level.
Taken at a fixed interval while the data grid is running.
Cannot be given a name.
Both manual and periodic checkpoints can be manually removed, and are subject to removal based on the retention setting.
