Pollywog writes: > For instance, could I tar (recursively) /local/mail and copy all the > files to a floppy with the directory structure intact?
Yes. Just like tape. Note, however, that one bad sector will make the tar unreadable. If you are going to do this you should test the floppies and not use any that aren't perfect. The simplest way to test floppies is to format them. Tarring directly to the device gets you maximum data density, but at a price. -- John Hasler This posting is in the public domain. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do with it what you will. Dancing Horse Hill Make money from it if you can; I don't mind. Elmwood, Wisconsin Do not send email advertisements to this address.