The system isn't backed up normally, as you would have installation media to restore it; you would just backup configuration. Having said that, if you do want to back it up, use a live media, not the running system.
(Usually it is only your data that is irreplaceable.) HTH -- Sent from FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Debian GNU/Linux -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to debian-user-requ...@lists.debian.org with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact listmas...@lists.debian.org Archive: http://lists.debian.org/cal36vgmmzypfxcnnqgoqdovkhu0j5moal5xek42ueoj-e1_...@mail.gmail.com
