i would like to use dd to make a disk image that I can either transfer to another disk and/or save as a backup. Can anyone tell me if the following syntax will work. As you notice i have no options in use, and basically i would like to know if i need any. dd if=/dev/hda1 | gzip -9 > backup.hda1.gz I don't want to proceed in burning these backup to cdrom, if i havn't go the syntax correct, and I won't be able to use em. Rossco -- PLEASE read the Red Hat FAQ, Tips, Errata and the MAILING LIST ARCHIVES! http://www.redhat.com/RedHat-FAQ /RedHat-Errata /RedHat-Tips /mailing-lists To unsubscribe: mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] with "unsubscribe" as the Subject.