Sanjay, You can use the import and export under the file menu on the tool bar when you have Out Look open. I use cama seperated text files when asked how I want to save the address books and I use by name not first name, but by name ( it's the fourth choice down in that combo box ). It's pretty easy to follow as you go through the process, but if you need more help just let me know. Hope this helps. Tippy ----- Original Message ----- From: SANJAY TANNDON To: accessindia@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Cc: Sanjay Tandon Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 2:19 AM Subject: backing up outlook messages Hi all, I need to take a back up of my address book and messages in the inbox and other folders in outlook express including deleted items folder and transfer them to another computer. Is it possible? If yes, how can I do it. I am using outlook express 6 and using windows xp pro sp2. Thanks, Sanjay Tandon B - 17, First Floor Front, Greater Kailash Enclave - II, New Delhi - 110048 Mobile: 9810266236 Tel. No. 41636389, 29224093 Email: sanjtan@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx sanjtan@xxxxxxxxx