On 9-Oct-05, at 1:30 PM, Bob McDaniel wrote: > Great idea, Doug! While I back up working files, applications, > correspondence, etc., it has never occurred to me to back up the > system. > Does that mean backing up the system folder? When re-installing does > one then simply install over the existing folder? > Would you please elaborate? > > Thanks, > > Bob While never having to reinstall, I backup my system on an external Firewire dual layer DVD disk, which holds much more data than a CD (8.4 Gigs. I also occasionally backup the whole drive. I'm pretty sure you have to "Restore", rather than "reinstall", a process that is slightly different. TTFN, TeeC _________________________________________________ For information concerning the MUGLO List just click on http://muglo.on.ca/Pages/joinus.html Our Archives can be viewed at //www.freelists.org/archives/muglo Don't forget to periodically check our web site at: http://muglo.on.ca/